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WSU 326

1992 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

15,097 mi
Last recorded15,097 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2020
Typical for 1992 Caterham Seven (S3)24,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 326
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2020 15,097 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2020 15,097 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 15,073 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 14,965 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 14,969 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 14,361 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 14,306 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 14,198 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 14,195 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

pinhole leaks from rear drive shaft c/v gaiters

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 12 Apr 2010 14,038 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 13,828 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 13,633 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 13,097 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 13,096 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 12,526 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 12,518 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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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WSU 326 is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 24,980 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WSU 326, 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 34 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WSU 326 registered?

WSU 326 is a 1992 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 June 1992.

Is WSU 326 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 326 shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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