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W388 ULT

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

7,329 mi
Last recorded7,329 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW388 ULT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 7,329 miles

Long travel on parking brake, It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2015 7,206 miles

all tyres perrished

front top suspension bushes in poor condition

head light patterns fading

slight oil leak

track rod end dust covers perroshed

Fail 2 Oct 2015 7,206 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

all tyres perrished

front top suspension bushes in poor condition

head light patterns fading

slight oil leak

track rod end dust covers perroshed

Fail 11 Sep 2015 7,176 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 6,359 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 6,355 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 4,851 miles

corrosion on front discs

o/s/f wheel bearing noisy

Pass 29 Sep 2011 3,470 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 3,158 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 2,994 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 2,885 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 2,852 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 2,552 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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W388 ULT is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 16,995 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 W388 ULT, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W388 ULT registered?

W388 ULT is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W388 ULT safe to buy?

The MOT history for W388 ULT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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