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Q288WAK

1985 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,580 mi
Last recorded41,580 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1985 Caterham Seven (S3)40,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ288WAK
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,580 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 41,580 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 40,445 miles

advise replacement of front coil springs

advise very slight blow from exhaust manifold gasket

Pass 25 Jul 2006 400,098 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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Q288WAK is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 40,712 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 Q288WAK, 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 41 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q288WAK registered?

Q288WAK is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 19 July 1985.

Is Q288WAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q288WAK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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