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Q535DDC

1989 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,732 mi
Last recorded10,732 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Caterham Seven (S3)20,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ535DDC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2016 10,732 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 10,694 miles

exhaust silencer lose on bracket

Pass 22 May 2007 10,438 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 10,068 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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Q535DDC is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,870 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 Q535DDC, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q535DDC registered?

Q535DDC is a 1989 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 29 September 1989.

Is Q535DDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q535DDC shows 4 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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