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P537 XCG

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,997 mi
Last recorded19,997 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP537 XCG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 19,997 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 19,887 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 19,329 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 18,904 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 18,192 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 18,186 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 18,186 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2015 17,473 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jun 2009 17,350 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 16,512 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 10,929 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 10,451 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 10,371 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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P537 XCG is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P537 XCG, 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 P537 XCG registered?

P537 XCG is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P537 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P537 XCG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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