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P166 YGO

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

5,626 mi
Last recorded5,626 miles
Recorded on16 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 YGO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2022 5,626 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 4,562 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 2,529 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 1,502 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 1,502 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 1,201 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 1,201 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 1,201 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,201 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 1,201 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 1,201 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 1,106 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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P166 YGO is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P166 YGO, 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 P166 YGO registered?

P166 YGO is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 25 September 1996.

Is P166 YGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P166 YGO shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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