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A7 FOF

1985 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,510 mi
Last recorded11,510 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1985 Caterham Seven (S3)40,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 FOF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 11,510 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front tyres starting to perrish

Fail 24 Jun 2015 11,497 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

both rear shock-abs, damp

front body lower turn buckle fixing not connected

indicators only flash when engine running

poor running, misfire

Pass 9 Aug 2013 8,294 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 3,404 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 3,242 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 3,127 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 3,070 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 2,818 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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A7 FOF is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 40,712 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 A7 FOF, 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 41 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A7 FOF registered?

A7 FOF is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is A7 FOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 FOF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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