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C7 WTN

1997 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

6,774 mi
Last recorded6,774 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 WTN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 6,774 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 5,951 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 4,764 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 4,196 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 2,967 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 2,544 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 1,205 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 28,183 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 28,000 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside steering rack gatior heavily perishing

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Fail 10 Jun 2017 28,000 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside steering rack gatior heavily perishing

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 27,681 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 26,641 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 25,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 22,962 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 21,649 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 20,259 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 18,911 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 17,092 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 1 May 2009 17,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 3 May 2008 15,081 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,897 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,167 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2006 11,167 miles

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

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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C7 WTN is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,790 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 WTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 WTN registered?

C7 WTN is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is C7 WTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 WTN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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