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SU12 SLS

2012 Volvo C30

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,373 mi
Last recorded12,373 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSU12 SLS
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 12,373 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 2 Jun 2025 12,302 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 12,152 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2024 12,152 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour n/s & o/s (4.4.3 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 11,935 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 11,562 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 11,322 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 11,322 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2020 11,052 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres cracking on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 10,360 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 9,115 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 8,431 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 7,590 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 6,495 miles

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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SU12 SLS is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SU12 SLS, 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.

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What year was SU12 SLS registered?

SU12 SLS is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is SU12 SLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SU12 SLS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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