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L719 DPC

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

27,351 mi
Last recorded27,351 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL719 DPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 27,351 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 27,244 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 27,143 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 26,941 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 26,712 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 26,480 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 26,253 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 25,948 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 25,733 miles

nearside front brake slight binding

Pass 30 Jul 2016 25,557 miles

nearside front brake slight binding

Pass 31 Jul 2015 25,280 miles

nearside front brake slight binding

nearside rear light slight earth fault

Pass 17 Jul 2014 25,051 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 24,728 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 24,405 miles

front wheel bearings slight play

rear antiroll bar link rods slight movement

Pass 4 Jul 2011 24,166 miles

offside rear antiroll bar link rod slight movement

Pass 22 Jun 2010 23,955 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 23,588 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 23,391 miles

both rear tyre treads worn to 2mm

Pass 2 Apr 2007 23,158 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 22,854 miles

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

Fail 27 Jan 2006 22,854 miles

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

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

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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L719 DPC is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L719 DPC, 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 L719 DPC registered?

L719 DPC is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 22 October 1993.

Is L719 DPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L719 DPC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L719 DPC have outstanding finance?

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