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C7 GBM

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

19,651 mi
Last recorded19,651 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 GBM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 19,651 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 19,609 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 19,250 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 19,130 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 18,962 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 18,558 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 17,454 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 16,738 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 16,006 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 15,887 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 14,707 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2013 14,707 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 14,255 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 13,153 miles

nearside steering rod arm has slight play

Pass 10 Apr 2010 11,442 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 10,599 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 9,447 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 8,595 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

parking brake recording lower effort than nearside on offside but reaching required efficiency

Pass 7 Jun 2007 8,595 miles

parking brake recording lower effort than nearside on offside but reaching required efficiency

Pass 13 Oct 2005 8,051 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 GBM is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,286 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 GBM, 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 31 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 GBM registered?

C7 GBM is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is C7 GBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 GBM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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