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RX09 FWH

2009 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,000 mi
Last recorded61,000 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven (S3)9,885 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 FWH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 61,000 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 4,540 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 4,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 2,869 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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RX09 FWH is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 9,885 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 RX09 FWH, 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 17 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RX09 FWH registered?

RX09 FWH is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 19 June 2009.

Is RX09 FWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX09 FWH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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