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G985 WPB

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,557 mi
Last recorded15,557 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG985 WPB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 15,557 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 15,251 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 14,738 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 14,738 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 14,267 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 13,784 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 13,456 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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G985 WPB is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 G985 WPB, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G985 WPB registered?

G985 WPB is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 1999.

Is G985 WPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G985 WPB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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