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L232 CDG

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

12,312 mi
Last recorded12,312 miles
Recorded on15 May 2024
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL232 CDG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2024 12,312 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 12,192 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 11,565 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 11,503 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 11,441 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 11,062 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 10,851 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 10,843 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Apr 2015 10,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 10,000 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 8,679 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,419 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 7,548 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 6,979 miles

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 16 Dec 2009 5,957 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 5,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 5,830 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 4,662 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 21 Nov 2007 4,662 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 3,365 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 2,804 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 2,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.C1)

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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L232 CDG is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 L232 CDG, 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.

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What year was L232 CDG registered?

L232 CDG is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L232 CDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L232 CDG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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