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P144 SMV

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,493 mi
Last recorded46,493 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP144 SMV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2017 46,493 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 44,862 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 43,865 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 43,185 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 42,291 miles

n/s steering rack gaiter outer end perishing.

Pass 27 Mar 2012 41,283 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 38,823 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 35,908 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 32,982 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 30,838 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 28,057 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 25,032 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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P144 SMV is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 P144 SMV, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P144 SMV registered?

P144 SMV is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 20 April 1997.

Is P144 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P144 SMV shows 12 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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