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MK51 CAT

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,347 mi
Last recorded26,347 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 CAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2016 26,347 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 22,566 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 18,864 miles

ends of steering rack gaiters perishing.

Pass 3 Jul 2013 18,387 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 17,940 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 17,236 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 16,581 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 15,011 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 13,129 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 10,763 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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MK51 CAT is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 MK51 CAT, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MK51 CAT registered?

MK51 CAT is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 25 May 2004.

Is MK51 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 CAT shows 10 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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