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C7 PTE

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,383 mi
Last recorded26,383 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 PTE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Jun 2018 26,383 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 4 May 2018 26,358 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 25,586 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 25,002 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2013 24,690 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 24,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,997 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,164 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 21,447 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 19,260 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 18,127 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 PTE is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PTE, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 PTE registered?

C7 PTE is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is C7 PTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 PTE shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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