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P646 KKO

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

11,491 mi
Last recorded11,491 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP646 KKO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 11,491 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 11,490 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 11,452 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 11,452 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2014 11,450 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 11,450 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 12,551 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 11,376 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 11,246 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 9,115 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 9,115 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 May 2007 7,046 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 5,032 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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P646 KKO is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 P646 KKO, 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 P646 KKO registered?

P646 KKO is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P646 KKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P646 KKO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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