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C7 RUP

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

5,753 mi
Last recorded5,753 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 RUP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2021 5,753 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 5,559 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 5,536 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 5,310 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 5,023 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 5,023 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 4,203 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 4,102 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 3,371 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 23,236 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 2,326 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,232 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 975 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 RUP is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 RUP, 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 RUP registered?

C7 RUP is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is C7 RUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 RUP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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