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M989 RUY

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,212 mi
Last recorded35,212 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM989 RUY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 35,212 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 34,880 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 34,623 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 34,331 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 33,937 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 33,751 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 33,194 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 32,870 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 32,308 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2017 31,963 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 31,288 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 30,857 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 30,337 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 29,517 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 29,113 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 28,692 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 28,467 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 27,957 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 26,742 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 25,544 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 24,339 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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M989 RUY is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 M989 RUY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M989 RUY?

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What year was M989 RUY registered?

M989 RUY is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 May 1995.

Is M989 RUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M989 RUY shows 21 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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