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A982 RTM

1983 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,693 mi
Last recorded18,693 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2011
Typical for 1983 Caterham Seven (S3)53,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA982 RTM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2011 18,693 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 18,674 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,647 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2007 18,617 miles

Oil leak

both front shocks weeping

slight play in o/s front top ball joint

Pass 6 Sep 2006 18,441 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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A982 RTM is a 1983 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 53,056 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 A982 RTM, 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 43 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A982 RTM registered?

A982 RTM is a 1983 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is A982 RTM safe to buy?

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