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MW51 CAT

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

15,058 mi
Last recorded15,058 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW51 CAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 15,058 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 14,259 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 13,110 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 12,383 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 12,297 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 10,146 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 9,642 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 9,454 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 9,222 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 8,799 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2015 8,691 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 6,781 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 5,177 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 5,177 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 4,872 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 4,387 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 3,574 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 3,398 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 2,735 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 38 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2006 14,906 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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MW51 CAT is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 MW51 CAT, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MW51 CAT registered?

MW51 CAT is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is MW51 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW51 CAT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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