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J697 SPF

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,542 mi
Last recorded58,542 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ697 SPF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 58,542 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 58,022 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 57,067 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 56,010 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 54,556 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 54,515 miles

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

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

Horn not a constant note (1.7.1e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 51,074 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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J697 SPF is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 J697 SPF, 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 J697 SPF registered?

J697 SPF is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 16 March 1992.

Is J697 SPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J697 SPF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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