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P719 PKJ

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,984 mi
Last recorded34,984 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP719 PKJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2011 34,984 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2009 32,108 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 32,104 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 30,121 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 26,244 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,000 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 24,000 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 10 Jun 2005 19,444 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2005 19,350 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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P719 PKJ is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P719 PKJ, 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 P719 PKJ registered?

P719 PKJ is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P719 PKJ safe to buy?

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