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X871 RDS

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,158 mi
Last recorded14,158 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX871 RDS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2018 14,158 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 14,158 miles

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))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2017 12,788 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 12,725 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 12,723 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 1,251 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 11,842 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 11,842 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 11,100 miles

Offside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 10,316 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 9,832 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 9,245 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 8,542 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)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 8,052 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 7,097 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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X871 RDS is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 X871 RDS, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was X871 RDS registered?

X871 RDS is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 May 2001.

Is X871 RDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X871 RDS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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