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H862 FKL

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

31,679 mi
Last recorded31,679 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH862 FKL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 31,679 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 31,679 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 31,597 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 May 2018 31,461 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 31,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2013 31,160 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

tape on offside front indicator lens

Pass 11 Jul 2011 31,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

braided brake hoses fitted

front wipers smearing

fuel cap seal perishing

interior mirror slightly loose

osf indicator repaired with lend tape

osr brake disc corroding,ns hanbrake efficiency lower

play in os steering rack track arm inner joint,steering rack boots perishing

Fail 8 Jul 2011 31,062 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

braided brake hoses fitted

front wipers smearing

fuel cap seal perishing

interior mirror slightly loose

osf indicator repaired with lend tape

osr brake disc corroding,ns hanbrake efficiency lower

play in os steering rack track arm inner joint,steering rack boots perishing

Pass 5 Jul 2010 31,044 miles

Oil Leaks

Slight Play In Steering Rack

Both Front Tyres Close To Legal Limit

Both Front Tyres Close To Legal Limit

Braded Brake Hoses Fitted

Front & Rear Brake Discs Slightly Pitted

Front Brake Balance Poor

Handbrake Leaver Stiff

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Jul 2010 31,044 miles

Both Front Tyres Close To Legal Limit

Both Front Tyres Close To Legal Limit

Braded Brake Hoses Fitted

Front & Rear Brake Discs Slightly Pitted

Front Brake Balance Poor

Handbrake Leaver Stiff

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil Leaks

Slight Play In Steering Rack

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 30,922 miles

n/s/r tyre just legal

o/s/r, o/s/f & n/s/f tyres getting close to legal limit

wipers smearing

Pass 17 Jun 2008 30,791 miles

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

rear number plate cracked

Fail 13 Jun 2008 30,791 miles

Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

rear number plate cracked

Pass 18 Jun 2007 30,780 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 30,780 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 30,771 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 30,771 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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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H862 FKL is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 H862 FKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H862 FKL registered?

H862 FKL is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 March 1991.

Is H862 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H862 FKL shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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