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K91 LEX

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,349 mi
Last recorded28,349 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK91 LEX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 28,349 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 28,217 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 28,217 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 28,008 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 27,764 miles

Rear frame lower tubes lightly corroded

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 27,764 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear frame lower tubes lightly corroded

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 27,651 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 27,555 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 27,409 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 27,336 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 27,170 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 27,087 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 26,951 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 26,836 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 26,722 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 26,600 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 26,440 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 26,440 miles

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

Exhaust heatshield clip insecure

Pass 6 Aug 2008 26,228 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 26,030 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,456 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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K91 LEX is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 23,663 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 K91 LEX, 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 33 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K91 LEX registered?

K91 LEX is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 April 1993.

Is K91 LEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K91 LEX shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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