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R500 PWR

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,934 mi
Last recorded20,934 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 PWR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 20,934 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 20,877 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2024 20,877 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 20,719 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 20,522 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 20,423 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 20,098 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 18,897 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 18,617 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 17,874 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 16,447 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 14,661 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 11,427 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 10,335 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,173 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 8,653 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 8,582 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 7,414 miles

no front washers or wipers fitted

no windscreen fitted

o/s/f light lense cracked

Fail 26 Feb 2009 7,314 miles

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

no front washers or wipers fitted

no windscreen fitted

o/s/f light lense cracked

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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R500 PWR is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 R500 PWR, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R500 PWR registered?

R500 PWR is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 2 May 2001.

Is R500 PWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 PWR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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