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C7 XVT

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,965 mi
Last recorded25,965 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 XVT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 25,965 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 24,760 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 23,906 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 22,998 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 22,074 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 20,789 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 19,806 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 18,222 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Apr 2018 17,464 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 15,893 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 13,554 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 12,127 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 10,721 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 9,273 miles

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

bothfront tyres worn low 3/2 mm

slight play in steering rack pinion.

Pass 10 May 2012 8,574 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 6,501 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 May 2010 1,830 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 1,794 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 896 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 XVT is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 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 XVT, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 XVT registered?

C7 XVT is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is C7 XVT safe to buy?

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