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K8 RUM

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,844 mi
Last recorded11,844 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 RUM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Aug 2009 11,844 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 11,844 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 11,416 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 11,154 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 10,749 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 10,749 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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K8 RUM is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K8 RUM, 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 K8 RUM registered?

K8 RUM is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K8 RUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 RUM shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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