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DK06 LLJ

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,191 mi
Last recorded9,191 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK06 LLJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 9,191 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 8,849 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 7,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 6,182 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jun 2009 44,120 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 44,100 miles

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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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DK06 LLJ is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK06 LLJ, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DK06 LLJ registered?

DK06 LLJ is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 11 April 2006.

Is DK06 LLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK06 LLJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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