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PLZ 599

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,968 mi
Last recorded13,968 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLZ 599
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 13,968 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 9,752 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 9,638 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 9,356 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 8,542 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 7,956 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 7,156 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 6,090 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 2,710 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 1,851 miles

rose joints condition

Pass 10 May 2013 407 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 394 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)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 24,280 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 22,196 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 20,016 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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PLZ 599 is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 PLZ 599, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PLZ 599 registered?

PLZ 599 is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is PLZ 599 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLZ 599 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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