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A12 HPC

1989 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,640 mi
Last recorded12,640 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 1989 Caterham Seven (S3)20,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 HPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 12,640 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 12,612 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 12,419 miles

THE BRAKE FLUID TELL TALE LAMP IS IN POOR CONDTION

THE OS STEERING RACK GAITER IS IN POOR CONDITION

THERE LOOKS TO BE OIL LEAKING FROM THE NSR HUB

THERE LOOKS TO BE WATER LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE

Pass 20 Jul 2012 12,217 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 12,204 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

n/s/r hub oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,986 miles

sump badly dented

Pass 18 Aug 2009 11,935 miles

n/s/r diff seal

slight bind front wheels

Pass 17 Jan 2008 11,811 miles

DAMAGE TO SUMP

GREASE ON NSR UHB WHICH MAY BE FROM BEARING OR SHAFT.

OSF BRAKE FEELS SLIGHTLY TIGHT.

SLIGHT PLLAY IN OS TRACK ROD BALL JOINT

Pass 12 Sep 2006 11,658 miles

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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A12 HPC is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,870 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 A12 HPC, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A12 HPC registered?

A12 HPC is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 3 April 1989.

Is A12 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 HPC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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