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J17 OOM

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,198 mi
Last recorded31,198 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2007
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 OOM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2007 31,198 miles

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

handbrake long

Fail 8 Jun 2007 31,060 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2006 28,830 miles

handbrake effort achieved by pullimg hard on lever

slight binding on rear wheels

tempory looking side repeaters fitted

Fail 4 May 2006 28,800 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front engine top cover damaged

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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J17 OOM is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 27,444 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 J17 OOM, 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 32 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J17 OOM registered?

J17 OOM is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 23 September 1994.

Is J17 OOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 OOM shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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