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FL07 OUT

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,683 mi
Last recorded46,683 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL07 OUT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2024 46,683 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 45,729 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 44,363 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 41,595 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 40,470 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 39,590 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak from sump pan

Pass 10 Oct 2014 37,778 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 34,288 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 30,475 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 27,171 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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FL07 OUT is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FL07 OUT, 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 FL07 OUT registered?

FL07 OUT is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is FL07 OUT safe to buy?

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