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K9 JPE

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,606 mi
Last recorded9,606 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2009
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK9 JPE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2009 9,606 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2009 9,601 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 9,517 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 9,223 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 8,940 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 8,251 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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K9 JPE is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 24,518 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 K9 JPE, 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 30 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K9 JPE registered?

K9 JPE is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is K9 JPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K9 JPE 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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