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B555 CGP

1985 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,715 mi
Last recorded52,715 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Caterham Seven (S3)40,712 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB555 CGP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 52,715 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 52,336 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 52,521 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 51,219 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 50,527 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 50,182 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 50,182 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 50,017 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 47,854 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 42,283 miles

Nearside Steering component damaged but serviceable rack gaiter (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Steering component damaged but serviceable rack gaiter (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 46,952 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 20 Jul 2016 46,952 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Jun 2015 46,669 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 46,448 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 46,331 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 45,956 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 45,642 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 43,741 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 43,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 20 May 2009 43,423 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 43,019 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 42,676 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 42,314 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 42,314 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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B555 CGP is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 40,712 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 B555 CGP, 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 41 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B555 CGP registered?

B555 CGP is a 1985 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 January 1985.

Is B555 CGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B555 CGP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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