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LX06 FBY

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,530 mi
Last recorded24,530 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX06 FBY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 24,530 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,531 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 17,064 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 14,587 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 10,505 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 10,505 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 7,604 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 6,265 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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LX06 FBY is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 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 LX06 FBY, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LX06 FBY registered?

LX06 FBY is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 5 April 2006.

Is LX06 FBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX06 FBY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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