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S7 SMG

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,821 mi
Last recorded86,821 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS7 SMG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 86,821 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 85,912 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 85,912 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 82,866 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 80,663 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 80,393 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 79,902 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 79,538 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 79,538 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 77,736 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 74,675 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 67,945 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 65,105 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 60,815 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 56,411 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 54,690 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 52,511 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 46,131 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 42,047 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 38,804 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 33,552 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 31,121 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 SMG is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 17,828 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 SMG, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S7 SMG registered?

S7 SMG is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is S7 SMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S7 SMG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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