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J893 FAP

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,386 mi
Last recorded21,386 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ893 FAP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2023 21,386 miles

Both front tyres have cracking between tread and side wall

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 21,274 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 21,089 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 20,765 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 20,507 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 20,249 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 19,975 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 19,592 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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J893 FAP is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 J893 FAP, 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 J893 FAP registered?

J893 FAP is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 2 August 1991.

Is J893 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J893 FAP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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