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C7 KAR

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

15,399 mi
Last recorded15,399 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 KAR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 15,399 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 15,266 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 15,186 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 15,186 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2022 15,062 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 15,061 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 15,001 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 14,952 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 14,861 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 14,794 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 14,714 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 14,622 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 14,589 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 14,301 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 14,142 miles

brake servo not fitted.

ign lock does not appear to imobilise steering. poss fail next year.

slight lift in osf bottom ball joint.

slight play in nsf wheel bearing.

Fail 5 Nov 2012 14,116 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8) DANGEROUS

brake servo not fitted.

ign lock does not appear to imobilise steering. poss fail next year.

slight lift in osf bottom ball joint.

slight play in nsf wheel bearing.

Pass 21 Mar 2012 13,933 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 13,636 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 13,517 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 13,001 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 12,464 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 11,147 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 KAR is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 KAR, 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.

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What year was C7 KAR registered?

C7 KAR is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is C7 KAR safe to buy?

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