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A7 VUN

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,344 mi
Last recorded15,344 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VUN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 15,344 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 15,326 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 15,262 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,641 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 14,640 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 14,463 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 14,449 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 13,806 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 13,806 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 13,122 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 11,406 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 VUN is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 24,518 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VUN, 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 30 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 VUN registered?

A7 VUN is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is A7 VUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VUN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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