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7 WYX

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

32,934 mi
Last recorded32,934 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 WYX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 32,934 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 32,021 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 31,177 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 30,361 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 29,968 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 29,562 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 29,091 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 28,579 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 27,737 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,680 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 26,358 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 25,045 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 22,715 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 20,753 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 15,282 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 15,279 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 14,526 miles

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm

o/s/f tyre 2-3mm

Pass 26 Apr 2007 13,425 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 12,691 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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7 WYX is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 7 WYX, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 7 WYX registered?

7 WYX is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 2 July 1999.

Is 7 WYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 7 WYX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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