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M7 SJG

1994 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

48,971 mi
Last recorded48,971 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven (S3)27,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 SJG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 May 2022 48,971 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 48,733 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2020 48,586 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 48,237 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 47,560 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 46,871 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 46,482 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 45,899 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 43,977 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 42,210 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,264 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 38,981 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 36,505 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 34,803 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 33,579 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 32,709 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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M7 SJG is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M7 SJG, 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 M7 SJG registered?

M7 SJG is a 1994 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1994.

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