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C7 MKS

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,934 mi
Last recorded33,934 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 MKS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 33,934 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 33,537 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2024 33,293 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 32,979 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 32,641 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 32,072 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 30,997 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 27,861 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 26,492 miles

Windscreen not fitted at the time of test.

Fail 10 May 2017 26,492 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2016 26,114 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 25,628 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 25,071 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 24,358 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,875 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 23,543 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 23,211 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 22,750 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 21,911 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 20,897 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 19,698 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 MKS is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 23,663 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 MKS, 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 33 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 MKS registered?

C7 MKS is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is C7 MKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 MKS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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