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AJ11 HBK

2011 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

266,552 mi
Last recorded266,552 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo S4076,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ11 HBK
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 266,552 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 254,992 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 244,172 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 237,098 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 231,996 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 222,859 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 207,052 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 200,862 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 200,862 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge void of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside outer (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2017 169,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine warning lamp on

Pass 17 May 2016 144,409 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 144,407 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2015 122,513 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 74,346 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Volvo S40?

Based on 1,390,271 MOT tests across 104,646 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,355
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
104,646
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 60,127
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,645
Registration plate lamp not working 51,350
Brake pipe excessively corroded 36,593
Direction indicator incorrect colour 29,671
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AJ11 HBK is a 2011 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Volvo S40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 76,337 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S40 fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 60,127 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJ11 HBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S40 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 15 years old, this Volvo S40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ11 HBK registered?

AJ11 HBK is a 2011 Volvo S40, first registered on 31 May 2011.

Is AJ11 HBK safe to buy?

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