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Q636VME

1988 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,723 mi
Last recorded3,723 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 1988 Caterham Seven (S3)27,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ636VME
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 3,723 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 3,719 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2013 3,709 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 3,705 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 3,685 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 3,671 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front flexy hoses near taught on lock to lock

Pass 22 Oct 2008 3,651 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 3,629 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 3,587 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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Q636VME is a 1988 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 27,208 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 Q636VME, 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 38 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q636VME registered?

Q636VME is a 1988 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 6 July 1988.

Is Q636VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q636VME shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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