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J66 BDW

2009 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

7,506 mi
Last recorded7,506 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven (S3)9,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ66 BDW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 7,506 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 7,485 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 7,416 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 7,322 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 7,141 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 7,003 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 6,697 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 6,535 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2019 6,535 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 6,532 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 6,202 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 5,818 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 4,353 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 3,001 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 2,953 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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J66 BDW is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 9,885 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 J66 BDW, 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 17 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J66 BDW registered?

J66 BDW is a 2009 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 29 May 2009.

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The MOT history for J66 BDW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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