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C7 ASB

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

5,424 mi
Last recorded5,424 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 ASB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2026 5,424 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative offside indicator not working when hazzard switched on (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 5,390 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 5,354 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 5,354 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 5,312 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 5,312 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 5,218 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 5,010 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 4,961 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 4,718 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 4,526 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 4,237 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 3,625 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2015 3,625 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2014 2,919 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 1,511 miles

slight play in offside front hub bearing.

Fail 17 May 2013 1,511 miles

Steering column shaft retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

slight play in offside front hub bearing.

Pass 13 Oct 2012 1,436 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 1,349 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 1,169 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 1,075 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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C7 ASB is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 16,995 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 C7 ASB, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 ASB registered?

C7 ASB is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is C7 ASB safe to buy?

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