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W778 YNK

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

14,596 mi
Last recorded14,596 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW778 YNK
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 14,596 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 14,588 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 14,481 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 14,367 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 14,308 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,982 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 13,653 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 13,282 miles

all four tyres close to limits

Pass 9 Apr 2013 12,276 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 11,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 11,535 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 10,505 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 94,369 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 83,083 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 8,308 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 7,387 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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W778 YNK is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 16,995 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 W778 YNK, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W778 YNK registered?

W778 YNK is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 July 2000.

Is W778 YNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W778 YNK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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