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S7 SLR

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

4,994 mi
Last recorded4,994 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS7 SLR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 4,994 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 4,993 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 4,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2022 4,809 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 4,704 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 4,672 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 4,583 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 4,368 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 4,155 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 3,754 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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S7 SLR is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 S7 SLR, 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 S7 SLR registered?

S7 SLR is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is S7 SLR safe to buy?

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