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T691 TCF

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,192 mi
Last recorded45,192 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT691 TCF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 45,192 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 45,191 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 45,190 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 45,026 miles

Rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 11 May 2022 44,771 miles

Front tyres cracking in tread

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play and dust cover deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play and dust cover deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 44,770 miles

Front tyres cracking in tread

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play and dust cover deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play and dust cover deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 44,768 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 44,728 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 43,081 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 43,070 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 42,042 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 41,208 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 40,006 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 38,259 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 36,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 36,361 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 33,014 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 31,238 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 30,150 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 29,077 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 26,705 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 25,172 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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T691 TCF is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 T691 TCF, 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 T691 TCF registered?

T691 TCF is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 April 1999.

Is T691 TCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for T691 TCF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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