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C7 SKT

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,459 mi
Last recorded62,459 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 SKT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 62,459 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 62,356 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 61,104 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 60,050 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 59,373 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 58,717 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 55,187 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 50,184 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 43,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 43,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 36,942 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 30,080 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 22 Jan 2015 30,080 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 29,869 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 29,370 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 28,777 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 28,777 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 28,076 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2009 26,782 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 26,778 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 26,347 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 26,040 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 26,040 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2005 25,623 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 SKT is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,286 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 SKT, 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 31 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 SKT registered?

C7 SKT is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 September 1995.

Is C7 SKT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 SKT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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