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C7 MWA

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,150 mi
Last recorded29,150 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 MWA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 May 2026 29,150 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 29,127 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 29,043 miles

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

Off side steering rack gator perishing

Slight coolant leak

Slight oil leaks noted

Pass 27 Jun 2022 28,509 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 28,308 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 27,893 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 27,045 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 26,919 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 26,903 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015
Pass 16 Jul 2014 26,527 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 25,223 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 24,663 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 23,507 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 23,016 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 21,404 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 19,759 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 MWA is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 24,518 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 MWA, 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 30 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 MWA registered?

C7 MWA is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is C7 MWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 MWA shows 17 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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