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P363 JAU

1997 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,355 mi
Last recorded31,355 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP363 JAU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 31,355 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 29,826 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 28,598 miles

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 27,453 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 25,644 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 23,327 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 23,038 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 22,743 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 22,741 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 22,546 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 21,568 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 18,910 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 16,085 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 15,699 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,195 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 14,853 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 14,429 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 14,429 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 14,065 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 13,932 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 13,827 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,291 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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P363 JAU is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P363 JAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P363 JAU registered?

P363 JAU is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P363 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P363 JAU shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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