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C7 BHP

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,805 mi
Last recorded24,805 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 BHP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 24,805 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 24,556 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 24,432 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 24,022 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 23,661 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 23,320 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 22,657 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 21,474 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 19,997 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 18,991 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 18,877 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 18,480 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 18,059 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 17,113 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 15,932 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 BHP is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 24,518 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 BHP, 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 30 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 C7 BHP registered?

C7 BHP is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is C7 BHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 BHP shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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