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FA57 HUH

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,842 mi
Last recorded11,842 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA57 HUH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 11,842 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 11,229 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 10,935 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 10,556 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 9,826 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 9,541 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 8,892 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2017 8,441 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 8,436 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 May 2016 7,701 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 6,943 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 6,460 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 5,702 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 4,834 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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FA57 HUH is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 FA57 HUH, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FA57 HUH registered?

FA57 HUH is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is FA57 HUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA57 HUH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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