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SJ57 FUN

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,526 mi
Last recorded33,526 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ57 FUN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 33,526 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 33,287 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2024 33,287 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 33,068 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 32,451 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 31,972 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 31,202 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 29,291 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 27,638 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 26,386 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 24,654 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 23,100 miles

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 23,100 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 21,301 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 19,557 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 16,956 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 16,956 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 12,896 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 10,358 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 7,647 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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SJ57 FUN is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 SJ57 FUN, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SJ57 FUN registered?

SJ57 FUN is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is SJ57 FUN safe to buy?

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