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RX56 BVL

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,277 mi
Last recorded37,277 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 BVL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 37,277 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 36,352 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 35,028 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 32,220 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 30,419 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2017 27,179 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 23,530 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 21,079 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 19,530 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 17,619 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,594 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 9,805 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 6,473 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 6,473 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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RX56 BVL is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 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 RX56 BVL, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX56 BVL registered?

RX56 BVL is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 9 November 2006.

Is RX56 BVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 BVL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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