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WK09 AEV

2009 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,245 mi
Last recorded5,245 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven (S3)9,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK09 AEV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 May 2024 5,245 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 5,237 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 4,985 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 4,763 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 4,438 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 4,104 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 3,265 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 2,576 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 2,316 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 1,997 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 1,739 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 1,542 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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WK09 AEV is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 9,885 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 WK09 AEV, 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 17 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 WK09 AEV registered?

WK09 AEV is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 9 March 2009.

Is WK09 AEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK09 AEV shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WK09 AEV have outstanding finance?

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