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P270 GPF

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,049 mi
Last recorded12,049 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP270 GPF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 12,049 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 12,049 miles

Position lamp switch allows the rear position lamps to be switched off when the headlamps are on (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 11,974 miles

CO exhaust emissions close to limit at idle.

Position lamp switch has poor action when operated but illuminates all lamps.

Fail 1 Jul 2021 11,974 miles

CO exhaust emissions close to limit at idle.

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Position lamp switch has poor action when operated but illuminates all lamps.

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 11,960 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 11,821 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 11,750 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 11,114 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 10,635 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 10,634 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 10,422 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Apr 2007 10,083 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 9,766 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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P270 GPF is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P270 GPF, 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 P270 GPF registered?

P270 GPF is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 30 December 1996.

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