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RFJ 327

1990 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

59,648 mi
Last recorded59,648 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Caterham Seven (S3)25,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFJ 327
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 59,648 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 59,055 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 58,305 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 58,292 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 57,957 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 57,951 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 57,377 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 56,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged braided hose (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 55,056 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 54,261 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 53,447 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 52,851 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 52,244 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 51,562 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 51,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2011 50,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Some wear on the n/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 7 May 2010 47,754 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 45,678 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 43,482 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 May 2007 41,975 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 39,526 miles

slight binding of nearside front brake

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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RFJ 327 is a 1990 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 RFJ 327, 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.

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What year was RFJ 327 registered?

RFJ 327 is a 1990 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 March 1990.

Is RFJ 327 safe to buy?

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