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DK55 LPL

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,163 mi
Last recorded7,163 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 LPL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 7,163 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2008 7,163 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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DK55 LPL is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 DK55 LPL, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK55 LPL registered?

DK55 LPL is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is DK55 LPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK55 LPL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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