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RV61 DXA

2011 Volvo S40

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

166,262 mi
Last recorded166,262 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo S4076,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV61 DXA
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 166,262 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2025 166,257 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 159,647 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 152,167 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2023 152,066 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear indecotors white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 143,694 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 134,983 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 132,076 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 126,474 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not checked as child seat is fitted.

Nearside Side repeater in mirror damaged but working.

Pass 17 Nov 2018 110,014 miles

Both rear tyres out of shape

Offside Front Inner cv gaiter slightly leaking grease

Offside Front Tyre tread getting low and wearing on inner edge

Rear Brake pads (inner) getting low

Pass 8 Dec 2017 95,177 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Side repeater has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 80,691 miles

Nearside Side repeater in mirror has hole in it

Offside Front Inner cv gaiter weeping grease

Rear Wipers smear

Nearside Front Tyre smooth on inside edge

Offside Front Tyre smooth on inside edge

Pass 12 Dec 2015 65,963 miles

both front tyres wearing/worn inner edges

Pass 28 Nov 2014 48,515 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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RV61 DXA is a 2011 Volvo S40 in Grey 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 RV61 DXA, 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

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What year was RV61 DXA registered?

RV61 DXA is a 2011 Volvo S40, first registered on 14 December 2011.

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