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FA57 RDM

2009 Caterham Seven (S3)

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,078 mi
Last recorded38,078 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven (S3)9,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA57 RDM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2025 38,078 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 37,358 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 37,199 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 36,320 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 35,877 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,446 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015
Pass 26 Sep 2014 34,357 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 29,539 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 22,246 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 RDM is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 9,885 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 RDM, 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 17 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FA57 RDM registered?

FA57 RDM is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 March 2009.

Is FA57 RDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA57 RDM shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA57 RDM have outstanding finance?

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