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LH02 ACO

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,635 mi
Last recorded5,635 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2018
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH02 ACO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2018 5,635 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 5,635 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 5,365 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 22 Jan 2018 5,365 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 5,362 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 5,208 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 5,185 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,171 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 5,151 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 5,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 5,043 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 5,011 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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LH02 ACO is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 LH02 ACO, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LH02 ACO registered?

LH02 ACO is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is LH02 ACO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LH02 ACO 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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