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VSY 716

2012 Volvo C30

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,844 mi
Last recorded65,844 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSY 716
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 65,844 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 65,056 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2024 64,612 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 63,711 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 61,836 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 55,332 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 52,538 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 49,518 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 43,473 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 38,051 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 33,345 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 26,709 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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VSY 716 is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VSY 716, 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 VSY 716 registered?

VSY 716 is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is VSY 716 safe to buy?

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