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SV11 WKL

2011 Volvo S40

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

115,990 mi
Last recorded115,990 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volvo S4076,337 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV11 WKL
MakeVolvo
ModelS40
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 115,990 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 106,845 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 106,845 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2023 99,677 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 90,596 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2022 90,596 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2021 82,473 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 74,680 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2019 69,901 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 59,800 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 51,552 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 42,448 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2016 42,448 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 36,640 miles

Nearside Front wiper blade deteriorated

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2015 28,419 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 24,267 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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SV11 WKL is a 2011 Volvo S40 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SV11 WKL, 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 SV11 WKL registered?

SV11 WKL is a 2011 Volvo S40, first registered on 26 April 2011.

Is SV11 WKL safe to buy?

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