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T655 MKE

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,974 mi
Last recorded19,974 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT655 MKE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 19,974 miles

All four tyres slightly perished and wearing on inner edge

Both front wheel arch frame structure slightly fouling tyres

Both rear tyres slightly distorted

Fail 6 Mar 2026 19,974 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All four tyres slightly perished and wearing on inner edge

Both front wheel arch frame structure slightly fouling tyres

Both rear tyres slightly distorted

Pass 30 Aug 2023 19,974 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2023 19,974 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 19,974 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 19,974 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 19,974 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 May 2020 19,974 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 May 2018 19,974 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 19,974 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 19,974 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 19,974 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 19,974 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 19,974 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 19,974 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Sep 2010 19,567 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 18,989 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 18,404 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 17,224 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 15,330 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 14,191 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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T655 MKE is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 T655 MKE, 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 T655 MKE registered?

T655 MKE is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T655 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T655 MKE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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