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C7 BVF

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

White Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,259 mi
Last recorded16,259 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 BVF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2019 16,259 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 15,335 miles

advised by customer engine in vehicle was 1990/91 for emission purposes

Pass 24 Mar 2017 13,941 miles

advised by customer engine in vehicle was 1990/91 for emission purposes

Pass 1 Apr 2016 12,739 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 11,355 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 10,982 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 10,807 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 10,693 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 10,166 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 10,076 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 9,894 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 9,676 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 8,246 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 BVF is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in White with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 BVF, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 BVF registered?

C7 BVF is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is C7 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 BVF shows 13 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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