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J40 DAW

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,410 mi
Last recorded30,410 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 DAW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 30,410 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 30,177 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 30,014 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 29,912 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 29,855 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 29,787 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 29,757 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 29,565 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 28,978 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 27,985 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 27,020 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 25,615 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 24,190 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 23,990 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 22,631 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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J40 DAW is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 24,980 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 J40 DAW, 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 34 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J40 DAW registered?

J40 DAW is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 February 1992.

Is J40 DAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 DAW shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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