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SP12 UBU

2012 Volvo C30

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

85,499 mi
Last recorded85,499 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 UBU
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 85,499 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 82,047 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 79,815 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 75,437 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 73,298 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 70,783 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 69,949 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 65,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 49,935 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 36,819 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 36,819 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 20,948 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 9,439 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 7,119 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 7,119 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Volvo C30?

Based on 505,875 MOT tests across 31,193 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,295
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
31,193
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,252
Registration plate lamp not working 5,361
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,689
coil spring broken 3,588
position lamp(s) not working 3,397
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SP12 UBU is a 2012 Volvo C30 in White with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Volvo C30 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 60,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo C30 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,252 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP12 UBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo C30 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Volvo C30 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP12 UBU registered?

SP12 UBU is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 2 March 2012.

Is SP12 UBU safe to buy?

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