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SL61 BZX

2011 Volvo S60

Blue Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

155,366 mi
Last recorded155,366 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo S6081,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL61 BZX
MakeVolvo
ModelS60
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 155,366 miles

Corrosion on all prescribed areas, front/rear sub frames, all suspension and all brake components

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2025 147,480 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 137,291 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 129,456 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 120,542 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 112,829 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 102,348 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 102,348 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2019 80,961 miles

Covers fitted underneath

Engine covers fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2018 58,476 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2017 36,840 miles

Coolant leak main radiator ()

Oil leak ()

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

engine cover fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 16,699 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 14,487 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 11,327 miles

How Reliable is the Volvo S60?

Based on 758,165 MOT tests across 54,544 vehicles.

73.2%
Pass Rate
7,442
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
54,544
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,009
position lamp(s) not working 25,933
Registration plate lamp not working 17,709
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 16,040
parking brake recording little or no effort 10,865
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SL61 BZX is a 2011 Volvo S60 in Blue with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2011 Volvo S60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 81,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volvo S60 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,009 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL61 BZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volvo S60 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 15 years old, this Volvo S60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL61 BZX registered?

SL61 BZX is a 2011 Volvo S60, first registered on 14 September 2011.

Is SL61 BZX safe to buy?

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