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L702 DPK

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,512 mi
Last recorded59,512 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL702 DPK
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 59,512 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 57,787 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 55,160 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 52,818 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 51,258 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 47,797 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2008 44,580 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 44,580 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 41,880 miles

NS upper suspension ball joint has a torn gaiter

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 37,031 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 37,013 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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L702 DPK is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 L702 DPK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L702 DPK registered?

L702 DPK is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 December 1993.

Is L702 DPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L702 DPK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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