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Y516 LNU

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,480 mi
Last recorded10,480 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY516 LNU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2008 10,480 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 10,473 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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Y516 LNU is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 Y516 LNU, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y516 LNU?

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What year was Y516 LNU registered?

Y516 LNU is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y516 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y516 LNU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y516 LNU have outstanding finance?

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