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P536 CPM

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,446 mi
Last recorded41,446 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP536 CPM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2017 41,446 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 38,307 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 35,353 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 35,180 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 34,234 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 32,925 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 31,688 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 29,601 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 28,041 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 26,281 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 24,776 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 22,982 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 21,694 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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P536 CPM is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P536 CPM, 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 P536 CPM registered?

P536 CPM is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P536 CPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P536 CPM shows 13 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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