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J698 PVV

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

38,068 mi
Last recorded38,068 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ698 PVV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 38,068 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 37,902 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 37,654 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 37,340 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 36,878 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 36,518 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 36,207 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 35,864 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 35,632 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 34,891 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Hand brake close to maximum alowable travel

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 12 May 2008 34,498 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2008 34,498 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 May 2007 33,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 10 May 2006 33,301 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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J698 PVV is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J698 PVV, 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.

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What year was J698 PVV registered?

J698 PVV is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is J698 PVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J698 PVV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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