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Q916PFE

1990 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

922 mi
Last recorded922 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1990 Caterham Seven (S3)25,735 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ916PFE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 642 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 345 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 245 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 243 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 20 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 15 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

hazard lamps not working

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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Q916PFE is a 1990 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 25,735 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 Q916PFE, 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 36 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q916PFE registered?

Q916PFE is a 1990 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 6 April 1990.

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The MOT history for Q916PFE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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