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M77 BAD

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,547 mi
Last recorded14,547 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM77 BAD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2014 14,547 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2013 14,521 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 14,502 miles

visual smoke/emissions test carried out due to considered as a amateur built vehicle

Pass 5 Aug 2011 14,383 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 13,433 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 13,021 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 12,486 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 12,150 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 11,113 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 11,113 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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M77 BAD is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 M77 BAD, 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.

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What year was M77 BAD registered?

M77 BAD is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is M77 BAD safe to buy?

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