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C7 EDB

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

46,216 mi
Last recorded46,216 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 EDB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 46,216 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2025 46,189 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 45,448 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 44,312 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 43,991 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 43,810 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides anti roll bar to top wishbone slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2021 43,810 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides anti roll bar to top wishbone slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 42,923 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 41,902 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 40,942 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 38,689 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 38,198 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 37,500 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 37,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 May 2013 35,557 miles

all tyres are2-3mm treads..wear noted in offside rear roll bar link

Pass 16 May 2012 34,092 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,670 miles

slight wear noted in n/s/f hub bearings and o/s/f lower swivel joint..headlamps just in alignment

Pass 21 May 2010 28,333 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 27,326 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 24,387 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 EDB is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EDB, 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 EDB registered?

C7 EDB is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 24 February 1999.

Is C7 EDB safe to buy?

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