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J200 HPC

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,814 mi
Last recorded31,814 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2018
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 HPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2018 31,814 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 31,554 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 31,488 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 30,653 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 28,899 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,715 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 28,323 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 26,878 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 25,611 miles

front reg plate not standard

Pass 30 Jun 2009 24,481 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 23,625 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 22,533 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 22,533 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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J200 HPC is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 J200 HPC, 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 J200 HPC registered?

J200 HPC is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 August 1991.

Is J200 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J200 HPC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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