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M446 VCT

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,037 mi
Last recorded10,037 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM446 VCT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 10,037 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 10,036 miles

Nearside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 10,035 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 10,011 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 10,002 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 9,965 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 9,951 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 9,864 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 9,809 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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M446 VCT is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,286 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 M446 VCT, 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 31 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M446 VCT registered?

M446 VCT is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 20 February 1995.

Is M446 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M446 VCT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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