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M580 VCT

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

8,371 mi
Last recorded8,371 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM580 VCT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 8,371 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 8,210 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 7,501 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 6,832 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 6,606 miles

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

Parking brake requirements only just met

Fail 17 Apr 2018 6,606 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake requirements only just met

Pass 4 Apr 2017 6,319 miles

Park brake only just reaching efficiency requirements

Slight play in nearside front wheel bearing. Bearing noisy

Pass 20 Apr 2016 5,887 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 5,621 miles

nearside front wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 19 Mar 2014 5,121 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 4,761 miles

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

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

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

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

front registration plate damaged

Pass 6 Mar 2012 3,965 miles

slight damage to front registration plate

Fail 6 Mar 2012 3,965 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight damage to front registration plate

Pass 26 Apr 2011 2,791 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 2,534 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 2,370 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 2,336 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 2,131 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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M580 VCT is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M580 VCT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M580 VCT?

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What year was M580 VCT registered?

M580 VCT is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 2 December 1994.

Is M580 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M580 VCT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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