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AEO 515V

1980 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,852 mi
Last recorded12,852 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEO 515V
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,852 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 12,799 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 12,461 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 12,461 miles

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake linkage locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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AEO 515V is a 1980 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AEO 515V, 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 46 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AEO 515V registered?

AEO 515V is a 1980 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 January 1980.

Is AEO 515V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEO 515V shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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