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H29 BUV

2009 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,297 mi
Last recorded2,297 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven (S3)9,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH29 BUV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 2,297 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 1,955 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 1,941 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 1,839 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 1,629 miles

MK Indy listed as Caterham on VTS device

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012

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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H29 BUV is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 H29 BUV, 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 H29 BUV registered?

H29 BUV is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 2009.

Is H29 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H29 BUV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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