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F37 JKH

1988 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

73,395 mi
Last recorded73,395 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Caterham Seven (S3)27,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF37 JKH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1988
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 73,395 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 May 2025 73,392 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 73,392 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2024 73,364 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 73,259 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 73,212 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 73,177 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 73,107 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 73,011 miles
Fail 15 May 2019 73,011 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 1 May 2018 72,825 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 72,220 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 72,220 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 70,816 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 70,816 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 70,787 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 70,156 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 69,118 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 68,066 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2006 66,577 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 66,577 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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F37 JKH is a 1988 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1988 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 27,208 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 F37 JKH, 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 38 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F37 JKH registered?

F37 JKH is a 1988 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is F37 JKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F37 JKH shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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