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Q556KKE

1993 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,340 mi
Last recorded33,340 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Caterham Seven (S3)23,663 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ556KKE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 33,340 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 33,242 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 32,882 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 32,823 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 32,786 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 32,282 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 32,101 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 31,980 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 31,968 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 31,613 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 30,846 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 30,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

fog light inoperative but changed bulb now working but couldent fail as system failed

Fail 28 Feb 2012 30,847 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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Q556KKE is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1993 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 23,663 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 Q556KKE, 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 33 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q556KKE registered?

Q556KKE is a 1993 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 29 June 1993.

Is Q556KKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q556KKE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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