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W859 AKO

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,767 mi
Last recorded7,767 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW859 AKO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 7,767 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 7,745 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 7,692 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 7,674 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 7,622 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 7,610 miles

slight bind n/s/r wheel

slight play in o/s/r wheel

Pass 26 Nov 2010 7,527 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 7,451 miles

oil pressure switch leaking

Fail 6 Apr 2009 7,451 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

oil pressure switch leaking

Pass 7 Jun 2007 7,303 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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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W859 AKO is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W859 AKO, 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 W859 AKO registered?

W859 AKO is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 6 June 2000.

Is W859 AKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W859 AKO shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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