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Q248FDG

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

19,299 mi
Last recorded19,299 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2016
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ248FDG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2016 19,299 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2015 19,225 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 19,225 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 19,032 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,436 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 17,906 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 17,429 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 16,777 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 16,295 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 15,461 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 13,909 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 12,693 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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Q248FDG is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,286 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 Q248FDG, 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 31 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q248FDG registered?

Q248FDG is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 August 1995.

Is Q248FDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q248FDG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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