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PO12 MMF

2012 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,911 mi
Last recorded32,911 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Caterham Seven (S3)9,583 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO12 MMF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 32,911 miles
Fail 8 May 2026 32,911 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 27,180 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 16,989 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 16,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 10,362 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 9,298 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 9,298 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 8,291 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 8,029 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 7,702 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2019 7,701 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 6,762 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 5,477 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 4,748 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 4,148 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 21 May 2015 3,292 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 3,292 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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PO12 MMF is a 2012 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 9,583 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 PO12 MMF, 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 14 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PO12 MMF registered?

PO12 MMF is a 2012 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 2012.

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