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Volvo C30

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,997 cc

S23 JEMMOT history

S23 JEM is a black petrol Volvo C30 first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 55,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

S23 JEM black Volvo C30 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volvo C30, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
55,937 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 JEM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volvo
Model
C30
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 JEM was last recorded at 55,937 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 1,799 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
54,138 miles · 28 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,799 miles
Average per year
4,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,937 miles
  • 2024 – 54,138 miles
  • 2023 – 49,547 miles
  • 2022 – 44,704 miles
  • 2021 – 40,139 miles
  • 2020 – 36,285 miles
  • 2019 – 29,313 miles
  • 2018 – 23,497 miles
  • 2017 – 17,170 miles
  • 2016 – 15,925 miles
  • 2015 – 12,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,937 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 24 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,937 miles (+1,799)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    55,937 miles
    Test number
    807613394010
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass54,138 miles (+4,591)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    54,138 miles
    Test number
    327520401765
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres have stepped tread on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass49,547 miles (+4,843)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    49,547 miles
    Test number
    267274437556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,704 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,704 miles
    Test number
    463395515326
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower suspension tie bar bushes starting to show signs of movement/deterioation
  5. Fail44,704 miles (+4,565)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,704 miles
    Test number
    857320948743
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working no visable bulb in unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower suspension tie bar bushes starting to show signs of movement/deterioation
  6. Pass40,139 miles (+3,854)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    40,139 miles
    Test number
    988203910950
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid contamination noted around nearside rear caliper/piston seal,no visable fluid leak found during inspection,after brake test(area looks to have been cleaned prior/after brake inspection
    • AdvisoryPassenger front seat belt starting to frey/fluff
  7. Pass36,285 miles (+6,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    36,285 miles
    Test number
    788461342023
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on very edges of inner tread/shoulders
  8. Pass29,313 miles (+5,816)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    29,313 miles
    Test number
    150875453444
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked and unit full of water (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass23,497 miles (+6,327)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    23,497 miles
    Test number
    381752309381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,170 miles (+1,245)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    17,170 miles
    Test number
    495383770798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,925 miles (+3,391)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    15,925 miles
    Test number
    803141874619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    12,534 miles
    Test number
    657195805253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 JEM

Does S23 JEM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 JEM is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 JEM?
The MOT on S23 JEM is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 JEM done?
S23 JEM was recorded at 55,937 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 4,136 miles a year.
Has S23 JEM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 JEM has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on S23 JEM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S23 JEM find?
S23 JEM passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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