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L4 HPC

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,725 mi
Last recorded41,725 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL4 HPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 41,725 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 39,608 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 37,788 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 34,066 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 33,639 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 32,981 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 32,492 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 32,021 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)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 31,999 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 27 Apr 2012 31,402 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 31,043 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 29,789 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 29,011 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 27,742 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 24,367 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 21,856 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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L4 HPC is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 L4 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 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 L4 HPC registered?

L4 HPC is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L4 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L4 HPC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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