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SV06 CAT

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

6,104 mi
Last recorded6,104 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV06 CAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 6,104 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 6,082 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades deteriorated (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 5,462 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 5,461 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 4,830 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 4,355 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 3,901 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 3,900 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 3,900 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2019 3,837 miles

SMALL SPLIT IN O/S STEERING RACK GAITOR

Pass 19 Sep 2018 3,735 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 3,664 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 3,488 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 3,317 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 3,253 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 3,243 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 3,025 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 2,978 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 2,813 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 2,813 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 2,624 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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SV06 CAT is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 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 SV06 CAT, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SV06 CAT registered?

SV06 CAT is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 6 September 2006.

Is SV06 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV06 CAT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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