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P529 RHK

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

16,153 mi
Last recorded16,153 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP529 RHK
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 16,153 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2025 16,134 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All front & rear - slightly corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear parking brake effort reduced

steering system stiff & notchy

Fail 11 Apr 2025 16,134 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering component casing fixing bolts ineffective to the extent that attachment is seriously affected UJ loose on splines (2.1.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All front & rear - slightly corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear parking brake effort reduced

steering system stiff & notchy

Pass 3 Apr 2024 16,039 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside & nearside - inner faces slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear parking brake effort slightly reduced

Steering system slightly stiff & notchy

Pass 14 Apr 2023 15,789 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 15,693 miles

Fuel hose chafing to injector rail (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 15,474 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 15,442 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 15,366 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2018 15,366 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 15,331 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2016 15,052 miles

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 14,178 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 13,911 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking inbetween tread

Fail 15 Jul 2014 13,911 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

nearside rear tyre cracking inbetween tread

Pass 2 Jul 2013 13,543 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 13,533 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,487 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 13,049 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 13,049 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 12,035 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

oil leak from gear box

Pass 1 Mar 2007 12,035 miles

oil leak from gear box

Pass 23 Feb 2006 12,003 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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P529 RHK is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 P529 RHK, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P529 RHK registered?

P529 RHK is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 29 April 1997.

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