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C7 PBX

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

18,647 mi
Last recorded18,647 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 PBX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 18,647 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 16,333 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 13,607 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 13,586 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 12,476 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 11,931 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 10,740 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 9,897 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 9,897 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 9,426 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 9,228 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 8,650 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 7,837 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 7,054 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 6,772 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 6,049 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 PBX is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 PBX, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 PBX registered?

C7 PBX is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is C7 PBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 PBX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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