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RX55 TEY

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

16,459 mi
Last recorded16,459 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX55 TEY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 16,459 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 16,426 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 16,308 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 16,246 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 16,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 16,119 miles
Fail 12 May 2022 16,119 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Pass 13 May 2021 15,185 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 14,138 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 14,127 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 14,099 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 11,266 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 10,892 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 10,892 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 10,629 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 10,419 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 10,419 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 9,687 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 8,200 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 8,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 6,360 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 6,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RX55 TEY is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 RX55 TEY, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RX55 TEY registered?

RX55 TEY is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is RX55 TEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX55 TEY shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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