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GF11 LCE

2011 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

100,913 mi
Last recorded100,913 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo S4076,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF11 LCE
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 100,913 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 87,223 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 73,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 61,941 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 54,816 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 49,658 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 47,058 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2019 47,057 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2019 44,210 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 41,844 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 41,677 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 41,641 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 31,430 miles

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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GF11 LCE is a 2011 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GF11 LCE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF11 LCE?

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What year was GF11 LCE registered?

GF11 LCE is a 2011 Volvo S40, first registered on 22 July 2011.

Is GF11 LCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF11 LCE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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