CarVerify

Free Car Check

C7 GHY

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,293 mi
Last recorded49,293 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Caterham
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 GHY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 49,293 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 48,881 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 48,881 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2024 48,195 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 46,880 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 46,150 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 44,828 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 44,828 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 42,608 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 40,963 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 36,381 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 34,443 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
Full Caterham Seven (S3) reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C7 GHY is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GHY, 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

How do I check the history of C7 GHY?

You can check the full history of C7 GHY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C7 GHY registered?

C7 GHY is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is C7 GHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 GHY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C7 GHY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C7 GHY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.