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Q289EGV

1985 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,973 mi
Last recorded15,973 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1985 Caterham Seven (S3)40,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ289EGV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,973 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 15,979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 15,973 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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Q289EGV is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Q289EGV, 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 Q289EGV registered?

Q289EGV is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 15 March 1985.

Is Q289EGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q289EGV shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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