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C7 PKR

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,963 mi
Last recorded32,963 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 PKR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 32,963 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 31,903 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 30,472 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 28,119 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 27,487 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 27,235 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 26,894 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 26,894 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect offside beam kick up to the offside (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 26,290 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 26,199 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 26,008 miles

Offside and nearside front wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 4 Aug 2011 24,960 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 23,019 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 22,064 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 PKR is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 PKR, 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 PKR registered?

C7 PKR is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is C7 PKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 PKR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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