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D14 WKR

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,471 mi
Last recorded17,471 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD14 WKR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 17,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front upper ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2024 15,946 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 15,923 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 15,908 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2021 15,891 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 15,789 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 15,714 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 15,533 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 15,130 miles

after the first application the lights functioned correctly. investigation recommended.

during the brake light test the lights did not operate on the first application, due to the design of the car I am not 100% sure that I was on the brake pedal however I do believe that there is a fault with the switch,

Pass 18 Oct 2016 13,539 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 13,325 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 13,100 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 12,019 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 12,019 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 10,397 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 9,343 miles

Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2011 9,343 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 8,192 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 8,192 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 7,116 miles

rear tyres wearing

Pass 11 Jun 2007 4,456 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

minor body damage - slight play steering

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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D14 WKR is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 D14 WKR, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was D14 WKR registered?

D14 WKR is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 18 March 2004.

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The MOT history for D14 WKR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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