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C7 LDA

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,898 mi
Last recorded45,898 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 LDA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2024 45,898 miles

Nearside Rear Slight Oil leak from axle oil seal

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 45,686 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 45,671 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 40,998 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 40,728 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 40,176 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 36,639 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 36,254 miles

headlamp aim on lower limit

Pass 7 Jun 2014 36,163 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 35,704 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 35,529 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,435 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 34,962 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 34,398 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 34,074 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 33,770 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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C7 LDA is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,286 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 C7 LDA, 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 31 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 LDA registered?

C7 LDA is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 20 November 1995.

Is C7 LDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 LDA shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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