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Q958GDH

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,493 mi
Last recorded16,493 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ958GDH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 16,493 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 16,467 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 16,371 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 16,353 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 16,282 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 16,216 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 16,165 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 16,026 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 15,717 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 15,610 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 15,260 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 14,815 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 14,650 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 14,348 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 14,290 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 13,579 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 13,459 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 13,182 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 12,515 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 11,934 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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Q958GDH is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 22,538 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 Q958GDH, 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 35 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q958GDH registered?

Q958GDH is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1991.

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