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J537 PFC

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,801 mi
Last recorded30,801 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ537 PFC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Nov 2020 30,801 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 30,651 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer spherical joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 29,972 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 28,836 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 28,037 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 27,384 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,609 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 26,083 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 25,958 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,471 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 24,921 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 24,354 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 24,077 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 23,470 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 23,062 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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J537 PFC is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J537 PFC, 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 J537 PFC registered?

J537 PFC is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 February 1992.

Is J537 PFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J537 PFC shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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