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W424 FRN

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,329 mi
Last recorded23,329 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW424 FRN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 23,329 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 23,189 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 21,508 miles

offside front brake grabbing slightly

Pass 20 Apr 2015 19,970 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 18,281 miles

offside front outer pad worn low,nearside rear tyre perished and worn.

Pass 24 Apr 2013 17,013 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 15,879 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 15,528 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 14,572 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 12,209 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 10,930 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 7,860 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2006 4,369 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 4,369 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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W424 FRN is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 W424 FRN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W424 FRN registered?

W424 FRN is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W424 FRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W424 FRN 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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