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L757 MBW

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

32,838 mi
Last recorded32,838 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL757 MBW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 32,838 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 32,304 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 31,878 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 31,132 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 30,306 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 29,373 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 29,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 25,471 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 21,365 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 21,217 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 20,032 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 18,740 miles

stone chips in windscreen

Pass 20 May 2014 18,620 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 17,708 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,996 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 16,996 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2011 16,206 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 15,888 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 15,303 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 14,400 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,605 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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L757 MBW is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 27,444 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 L757 MBW, 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 32 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L757 MBW registered?

L757 MBW is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 1994.

Is L757 MBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L757 MBW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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