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Q782FLE

1987 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Caterham Seven (S3)36,315 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ782FLE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2022
Fail 24 Feb 2022

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Steering column shaft modification unsafe fouls front bulk head (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Steering column shaft modification unsafe fouls oil cooler pipe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment locking nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment locking nut loose (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Oct 2007 27,219 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 26,123 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 25,675 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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Q782FLE is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 36,315 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 Q782FLE, 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 39 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q782FLE registered?

Q782FLE is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 July 1987.

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