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T7 DMT

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,032 mi
Last recorded24,032 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT7 DMT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 24,032 miles

front lower swivels, no dust covers fitted as standard

Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,339 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 22,774 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 21,606 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 20,455 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 19,015 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 17,447 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 17,447 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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T7 DMT is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T7 DMT, 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 T7 DMT registered?

T7 DMT is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T7 DMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T7 DMT shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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