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C7 BFG

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

20,629 mi
Last recorded20,629 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 BFG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 20,629 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 19,898 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 18,814 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 17,990 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 16,347 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 16,266 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 15,283 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

slight cracking to all four tyres

Pass 13 Mar 2018 15,231 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 15,082 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 14,823 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 14,646 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 13,967 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 13,515 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 13,260 miles

Cooling system hoses perrished

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

Rear exhaust mounting perrished

Pass 14 Mar 2011 12,869 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 12,869 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 12,534 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 11,794 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 11,792 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,416 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 10,799 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 10,076 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 10,070 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 BFG is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 C7 BFG, 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 C7 BFG registered?

C7 BFG is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is C7 BFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 BFG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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