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L20 CAT

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

89,608 mi
Last recorded89,608 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL20 CAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 89,608 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 89,346 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 88,103 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 87,951 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 87,230 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 86,307 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 85,037 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 84,763 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 84,630 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 85,441 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2009 84,088 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 84,088 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 82,109 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 80,894 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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L20 CAT is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 27,444 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 L20 CAT, 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 32 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 L20 CAT registered?

L20 CAT is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 12 April 1994.

Is L20 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L20 CAT 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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