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P237 UNH

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,742 mi
Last recorded17,742 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 UNH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 17,742 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,247 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 16,659 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 14,027 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 12,060 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 12,006 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 12,006 miles

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Pass 13 May 2006 11,707 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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P237 UNH is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P237 UNH, 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 P237 UNH registered?

P237 UNH is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P237 UNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P237 UNH shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P237 UNH have outstanding finance?

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