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P89 VWU

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,593 mi
Last recorded10,593 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP89 VWU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 10,593 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 8,694 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 7,076 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 5,832 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 1,124 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 73,233 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 69,129 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 66,734 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 66,082 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 63,865 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 60,920 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,218 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 53,785 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 50,631 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 47,394 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 43,409 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 38,609 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 34,637 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 30,930 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 25,776 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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P89 VWU is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P89 VWU, 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 P89 VWU registered?

P89 VWU is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P89 VWU safe to buy?

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