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D78 BPL

1987 Caterham Seven (S3)

Purple Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,511 mi
Last recorded23,511 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2012
Typical for 1987 Caterham Seven (S3)36,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD78 BPL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1987
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2012 23,511 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 23,508 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 23,385 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 23,132 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 22,885 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 22,772 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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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D78 BPL is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3) in Purple with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 36,315 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 D78 BPL, 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 39 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D78 BPL registered?

D78 BPL is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D78 BPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D78 BPL shows 6 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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