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G223 WPK

1989 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

33,291 mi
Last recorded33,291 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2023
Typical for 1989 Caterham Seven (S3)20,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG223 WPK
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2023 33,291 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 33,243 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 32,519 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 29,460 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2018 28,116 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 27,253 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,322 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)

Fail 7 Jul 2016 26,322 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)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 May 2015 25,235 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 24,757 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 23,995 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,618 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 23,400 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 22,169 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 21,102 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,789 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 18,796 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 17,534 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 17,534 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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G223 WPK is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,870 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 G223 WPK, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G223 WPK registered?

G223 WPK is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G223 WPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G223 WPK shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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