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H331 BYJ

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,413 mi
Last recorded27,413 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2022
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH331 BYJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2022 27,413 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 27,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2020 27,324 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 27,179 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 26,881 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 26,444 miles

Front Oil leak Engine ()

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

Rear Oil leak Diff ()

Pass 19 Sep 2015 26,234 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 25,969 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 25,650 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 24,928 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 24,365 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 23,335 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 22,578 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 21,689 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2007 20,550 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 19,629 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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H331 BYJ is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 22,538 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 H331 BYJ, 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 35 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H331 BYJ registered?

H331 BYJ is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 March 1991.

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