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W553 WKH

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,140 mi
Last recorded16,140 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW553 WKH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 16,140 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 16,061 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 15,947 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 May 2013 14,312 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 May 2011 13,274 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 11,485 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 9,035 miles

sub frame corroding

Pass 25 Oct 2006 8,839 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 8,839 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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W553 WKH is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W553 WKH, 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 W553 WKH registered?

W553 WKH is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 5 May 2000.

Is W553 WKH safe to buy?

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