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T851 RTN

1999 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,871 mi
Last recorded16,871 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven (S3)17,828 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT851 RTN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 16,871 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

n/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 15 May 2025 16,098 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 15,640 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 15,404 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 15,404 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 14,975 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 14,513 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 14,147 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 12,850 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 12,231 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2017 12,231 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2016 11,855 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 11,449 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 11,449 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 10,829 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 10,357 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 9,776 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 9,141 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 8,741 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 8,163 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 7,547 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 6,525 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 5,511 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 4,510 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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T851 RTN is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 T851 RTN, 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 T851 RTN registered?

T851 RTN is a 1999 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T851 RTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for T851 RTN shows 24 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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