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P657 AWU

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,717 mi
Last recorded27,717 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP657 AWU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 27,717 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 27,516 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 27,339 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 2 Jun 2017 27,339 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 1 Jul 2016 26,871 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 26,721 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 25,832 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 24,500 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 23,737 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 23,093 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 22,089 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 18,738 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,319 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 11,414 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2006 11,414 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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P657 AWU is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P657 AWU, 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 P657 AWU registered?

P657 AWU is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P657 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P657 AWU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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