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16,917 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
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Q897JKO is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,691cc 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 Q897JKO, 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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How do I check the history of Q897JKO?
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What year was Q897JKO registered?
Q897JKO is a 1987 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 August 1987.
Is Q897JKO safe to buy?
The MOT history for Q897JKO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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