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W479 CBL

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,606 mi
Last recorded3,606 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2006
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW479 CBL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2006 3,606 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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W479 CBL is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W479 CBL, 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 W479 CBL registered?

W479 CBL is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 2000.

Is W479 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W479 CBL shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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