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L9 RNA

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,016 mi
Last recorded4,016 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 RNA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 4,016 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 4,004 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 4,001 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2017 3,988 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 3,988 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 3,945 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 3,927 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 3,830 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 3,594 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 3,439 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 3,345 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 3,113 miles

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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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L9 RNA is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L9 RNA, 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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How do I check the history of L9 RNA?

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What year was L9 RNA registered?

L9 RNA is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 July 1994.

Is L9 RNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 RNA shows 12 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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