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P365 TMV

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

43,519 mi
Last recorded43,519 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP365 TMV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 43,519 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 42,762 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 42,343 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 39,859 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,646 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 39,237 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 38,918 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 38,791 miles

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

both front brake hose ferrules starting to corrode

chassis starting to corrode

Fail 3 Nov 2007 38,791 miles

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

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

both front brake hose ferrules starting to corrode

chassis starting to corrode

Pass 4 Aug 2006 38,612 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 37,602 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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P365 TMV is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P365 TMV, 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 P365 TMV registered?

P365 TMV is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P365 TMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P365 TMV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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