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M17 HOT

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,762 mi
Last recorded40,762 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2019
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 HOT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2019 40,762 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 40,706 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 40,583 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 40,149 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 39,400 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 38,849 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 38,109 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 37,485 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 36,229 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 35,179 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 33,147 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 31,556 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 29,933 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 27,198 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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M17 HOT is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M17 HOT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M17 HOT registered?

M17 HOT is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is M17 HOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 HOT shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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