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J3 SVN

1997 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,427 mi
Last recorded33,427 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 SVN
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 33,427 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 33,388 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 33,307 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 33,283 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 33,167 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 33,108 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 33,007 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 32,869 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 32,773 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 32,624 miles

Offside Front brake slightly binding

Pass 10 Jun 2015 32,386 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 32,161 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 31,849 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 31,353 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 30,472 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 30,456 miles

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

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

offside rear c.v. gaitors deteriorated

Fail 15 Jun 2010 28,006 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 28,006 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 26,848 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 26,568 miles

BOTH NO PLATES ILLEAGAL

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 26,568 miles

BOTH NO PLATES ILLEAGAL

Pass 1 Aug 2007 24,884 miles

O/S/R outer cv gaitor split

Pass 12 Jul 2006 23,189 miles

NUMBER PLATES WRONG COLOUR

Pass 6 Jul 2005 19,493 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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J3 SVN is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,365 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J3 SVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J3 SVN registered?

J3 SVN is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is J3 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 SVN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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