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M36 TGS

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

19,423 mi
Last recorded19,423 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM36 TGS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 19,423 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 19,038 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 18,834 miles

Parking brake low effort.

Fail 21 May 2024 18,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake low effort.

Pass 20 Apr 2023 18,682 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2023 18,678 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Wear in upper steering column area.

Pass 11 Jun 2015 18,624 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 18,420 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 18,057 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 17,874 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 17,507 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 17,217 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 16,931 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 16,629 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 16,311 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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M36 TGS is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M36 TGS, 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 M36 TGS registered?

M36 TGS is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 18 November 1994.

Is M36 TGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M36 TGS 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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