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AB 787

2009 Caterham Seven (S3)

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,002 mi
Last recorded16,002 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven (S3)9,885 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB 787
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 16,002 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 15,771 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 15,326 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 14,810 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 14,284 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 13,368 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 12,019 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 11,763 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 11,456 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 10,403 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 9,829 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 9,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 9,669 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 7,609 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 5,147 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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AB 787 is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 AB 787, 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 AB 787 registered?

AB 787 is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is AB 787 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB 787 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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