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J865 PDG

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,380 mi
Last recorded31,380 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ865 PDG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 31,380 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wiper blades worn

Pass 1 Jun 2016 31,275 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,120 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 31,111 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 30,951 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,817 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 29,754 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 27,388 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2009 25,275 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 23,119 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 23,114 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 23 May 2007 22,222 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 20,488 miles
Fail 26 May 2006 20,488 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hand brake poor radiator mount bobbin nut missing front nuber plate iffy

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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J865 PDG is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 J865 PDG, 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 J865 PDG registered?

J865 PDG is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 29 June 1992.

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The MOT history for J865 PDG shows 14 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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