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Q370YRX

1971 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,826 mi
Last recorded8,826 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1971 Caterham Seven (S3)21,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ370YRX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2013 8,826 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 8,776 miles

fuel pipe from filter to carb cracking

Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,651 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 8,517 miles

sump dented

Pass 24 Aug 2007 8,234 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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Q370YRX is a 1971 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 21,690 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 Q370YRX, 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 55 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q370YRX registered?

Q370YRX is a 1971 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is Q370YRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q370YRX shows 5 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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