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94 LHW

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,816 mi
Last recorded21,816 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration94 LHW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 21,816 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2018 21,470 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,015 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 20,655 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 19,182 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 17,280 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 15,794 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 13,367 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 12,338 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 11,531 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 8,999 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,905 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 6,815 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 6,667 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 6,667 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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94 LHW is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 94 LHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 94 LHW registered?

94 LHW is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is 94 LHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 94 LHW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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