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S809 DWL

1999 Caterham Seven

White Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,160 mi
Last recorded8,160 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2010
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven21,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS809 DWL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2010 8,160 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 4,298 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 4,050 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 4,050 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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S809 DWL is a 1999 Caterham Seven in White with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S809 DWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 27 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S809 DWL registered?

S809 DWL is a 1999 Caterham Seven, first registered on 21 January 1999.

Is S809 DWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S809 DWL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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