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C7 EBW

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

26,686 mi
Last recorded26,686 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 EBW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 26,686 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 26,318 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 25,621 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 25,014 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 24,580 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 24,566 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 24,343 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 23,520 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 22,912 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 22,912 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 22,112 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Aug 2012 22,112 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 21,328 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 20,753 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 17,274 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 15,754 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 14,785 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 EBW is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 EBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 EBW registered?

C7 EBW is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is C7 EBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 EBW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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