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C7 PSW

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,273 mi
Last recorded8,273 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 PSW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2025 8,273 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 7,972 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 7,754 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 7,423 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 7,220 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 6,575 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 6,254 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 5,912 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 5,761 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 5,224 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 4,439 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 3,488 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 PSW is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PSW, 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 PSW registered?

C7 PSW is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is C7 PSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 PSW shows 12 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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