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M581 MFP

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,215 mi
Last recorded17,215 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2020
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM581 MFP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2020 17,215 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 16,799 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 16,006 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 15,879 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 15,839 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 15,732 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 15,584 miles

Handbrake

Pass 26 Apr 2013 15,366 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 14,895 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 14,464 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 13,783 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 13,742 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 13,681 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 13,109 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 11,254 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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M581 MFP is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M581 MFP, 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 M581 MFP registered?

M581 MFP is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 7 July 1995.

Is M581 MFP safe to buy?

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