2011 Volvo S40 1.6L Diesel · WH04 SYL
2011 Volvo S40 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 98,584 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO S40
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 98,584 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WH04 SYL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/02/2026
- 98,584 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WH04 SYL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Volvo S40 (WH04 SYL) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
WH04 SYL Mileage History
- 05/02/202490,521 mi
- 06/02/202490,521 mi
- 24/02/202595,053 mi+4,532 mi
- 24/02/202595,053 mi
- 24/02/202698,584 mi+3,531 mi
Average of roughly 3,928 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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