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H394 XYU

1990 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,611 mi
Last recorded21,611 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2015
Typical for 1990 Caterham Seven (S3)25,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH394 XYU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2015 21,611 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 21,611 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,556 miles

Advise longer bolts fitted on shaft between steering colomn and steering rack

Fail 12 Jul 2010 21,546 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Advise longer bolts fitted on shaft between steering colomn and steering rack

Pass 20 May 2009 21,535 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 21,523 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 21,500 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 21,378 miles

advise vehicle except from emmisons test but hydrocarbons very high

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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H394 XYU is a 1990 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 25,735 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 H394 XYU, 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 36 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H394 XYU?

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What year was H394 XYU registered?

H394 XYU is a 1990 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H394 XYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for H394 XYU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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