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OIL 7540

1989 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,032 mi
Last recorded18,032 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2010
Typical for 1989 Caterham Seven (S3)20,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 7540
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2010 18,032 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,969 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 13,954 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 13,225 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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OIL 7540 is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,870 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 OIL 7540, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OIL 7540 registered?

OIL 7540 is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is OIL 7540 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OIL 7540 shows 4 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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