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SV53 VEN

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,611 mi
Last recorded40,611 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV53 VEN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 40,611 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2026 40,611 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 40,181 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 39,329 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 36,987 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 35,678 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 34,688 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 32,967 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 31,440 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 29,361 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 26,583 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 26,443 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 25,797 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 25,097 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 24,132 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 22,212 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 19,782 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 16,011 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 12,977 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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SV53 VEN is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 SV53 VEN, 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 SV53 VEN registered?

SV53 VEN is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 January 2005.

Is SV53 VEN safe to buy?

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