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C7 PFW

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

9,589 mi
Last recorded9,589 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 PFW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 9,589 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 9,320 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 9,075 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 8,430 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 8,269 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 7,396 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 7,246 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 6,227 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 5,885 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 5,880 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 5,310 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 4,600 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 4,149 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 3,195 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 3,162 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 2,890 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 2,798 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 2,450 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 2,197 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 1,751 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 PFW is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,373 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 PFW, 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 24 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 PFW registered?

C7 PFW is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 17 July 2002.

Is C7 PFW safe to buy?

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