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M3 PVF

2005 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,257 mi
Last recorded5,257 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Caterham 711,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM3 PVF
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 5,257 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 5,235 miles

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Fail 17 May 2021 5,235 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

advise axle support bolt insecure

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Pass 3 May 2013 5,173 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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M3 PVF is a 2005 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 11,932 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M3 PVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 21 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M3 PVF registered?

M3 PVF is a 2005 Caterham 7, first registered on 12 January 2005.

Is M3 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M3 PVF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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