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E101 JBD

1987 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,278 mi
Last recorded41,278 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 1987 Caterham Seven (S3)36,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE101 JBD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 41,278 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 40,524 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 38,349 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 36,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 36,867 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 32,994 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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E101 JBD is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 E101 JBD, 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 E101 JBD registered?

E101 JBD is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 September 1987.

Is E101 JBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E101 JBD 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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