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SM61 RFJ

2011 Volvo S40

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

97,149 mi
Last recorded97,149 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2011 Volvo S4076,337 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM61 RFJ
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 97,149 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 90,332 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 82,418 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 81,757 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 73,915 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 66,539 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 48,350 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 41,470 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 36,914 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 30,569 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 24,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 19,037 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SM61 RFJ is a 2011 Volvo S40 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SM61 RFJ, 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 SM61 RFJ?

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What year was SM61 RFJ registered?

SM61 RFJ is a 2011 Volvo S40, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is SM61 RFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM61 RFJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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