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Y268 UKN

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,228 mi
Last recorded9,228 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY268 UKN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2017 9,228 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 8,964 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 8,958 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2011 8,322 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 7,970 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 7,187 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 5,809 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 55,360 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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Y268 UKN is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y268 UKN, 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 Y268 UKN registered?

Y268 UKN is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is Y268 UKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y268 UKN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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