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DEF 843T

1979 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,468 mi
Last recorded26,468 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEF 843T
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2008 26,468 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 25,778 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 25,101 miles

both upper ball joint covers perished

steering rack boots perished

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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DEF 843T is a 1979 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests 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 DEF 843T, 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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How do I check the history of DEF 843T?

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What year was DEF 843T registered?

DEF 843T is a 1979 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 June 1979.

Is DEF 843T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEF 843T shows 3 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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