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S808 BKO

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

23,112 mi
Last recorded23,112 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS808 BKO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 23,112 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 20,846 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 20,560 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 20,374 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 20,141 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 19,834 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 19,550 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 19,328 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 18,667 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 17,948 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2009 17,298 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 17,298 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 15,668 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 15,460 miles

No emision test carried out,vehicle has an exemption certificate.

Pass 3 Apr 2006 15,114 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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S808 BKO is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 S808 BKO, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S808 BKO registered?

S808 BKO is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 29 January 1999.

Is S808 BKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S808 BKO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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