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C7 FBB

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,681 mi
Last recorded3,681 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 FBB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 3,681 miles
Pass 17 May 2025 3,431 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 3,206 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 3,172 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 3,146 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 3,082 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 2,905 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 2,872 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 2,851 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 2,800 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 2,779 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 2,682 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 2,628 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 2,575 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 2,470 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 2,323 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 FBB is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FBB, 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.

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What year was C7 FBB registered?

C7 FBB is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 28 May 1999.

Is C7 FBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 FBB shows 16 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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