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BED 841T

1979 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,559 mi
Last recorded4,559 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBED 841T
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2006 4,559 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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BED 841T is a 1979 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BED 841T, 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 47 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BED 841T registered?

BED 841T is a 1979 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 23 January 1979.

Is BED 841T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BED 841T shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BED 841T have outstanding finance?

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