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J64 LTJ

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

37,430 mi
Last recorded37,430 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ64 LTJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc
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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 37,430 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 37,322 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 37,044 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 36,792 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 36,133 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 35,123 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 32,541 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 30,438 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2018 30,007 miles
Pass 28 May 2017 29,313 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 27,994 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 26,483 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 25,015 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 23,128 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 21,369 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 19,374 miles
Pass 2 May 2010 18,363 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 17,091 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 16,726 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 16,726 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

bottom radiator hose badly perished

Pass 16 May 2006 16,176 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 16,176 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Jun 2005 15,498 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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J64 LTJ is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 22,538 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 J64 LTJ, 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 35 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J64 LTJ registered?

J64 LTJ is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J64 LTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J64 LTJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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