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K7 PDM

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,328 mi
Last recorded51,328 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 PDM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 22 May 2026 51,328 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2025 50,497 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2024 49,261 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 48,510 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 48,496 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 48,450 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 48,366 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 47,942 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 47,144 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 46,617 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 46,122 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 45,607 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 45,206 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 44,759 miles

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Pass 25 May 2012 44,027 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,966 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 42,323 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 38,802 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 36,875 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 30,549 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 27,935 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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K7 PDM is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 16,995 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 K7 PDM, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K7 PDM registered?

K7 PDM is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 20 July 2000.

Is K7 PDM safe to buy?

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