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YR12 SFZ

2012 Volvo C30

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,925 mi
Last recorded93,925 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volvo C3060,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR12 SFZ
MakeVolvo
ModelC30
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 93,925 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2025 93,231 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 73,160 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 73,063 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 51,136 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 51,136 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 40,864 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 36,283 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 33,353 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 33,353 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2020 33,353 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 27,384 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 23,310 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 21,524 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 19,262 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 17,262 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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YR12 SFZ is a 2012 Volvo C30 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR12 SFZ, 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 YR12 SFZ registered?

YR12 SFZ is a 2012 Volvo C30, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is YR12 SFZ safe to buy?

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