MOT Status
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34,152 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all indicators (4.4.4 (a))
Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering to small (0.1 (d))
Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements lettering to small (0.1 (d))
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all indicators (4.4.4 (a))
Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Flashes when indicator switched on (4.2.3 (c))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Offside front tyre cracked.
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
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L88 CHB is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 L88 CHB, 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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How do I check the history of L88 CHB?
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What year was L88 CHB registered?
L88 CHB is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 5 March 1996.
Is L88 CHB safe to buy?
The MOT history for L88 CHB 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.
Does L88 CHB have outstanding finance?
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