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79 ER

2007 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,128 mi
Last recorded2,128 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Caterham Seven (S3)12,843 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration79 ER
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2007
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 2,128 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 2,082 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 2,065 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 1,996 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 1,760 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 1,614 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 1,423 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 1,315 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 444 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 418 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 407 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 382 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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79 ER is a 2007 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2007 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,843 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 79 ER, 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 19 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 79 ER registered?

79 ER is a 2007 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 25 September 2007.

Is 79 ER safe to buy?

The MOT history for 79 ER shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 79 ER have outstanding finance?

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