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WH55 CAT

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,700 mi
Last recorded48,700 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWH55 CAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 48,700 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 48,262 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 47,886 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 47,831 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 46,289 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 46,052 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 45,220 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 43,584 miles

exhaust bolts loose

Pass 11 Sep 2017 41,142 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 38,983 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 38,336 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,663 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 32,653 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 27,590 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 25,512 miles

front numberplate cracked

nearside front tyre has a cut on the tread (cords not exposed)

spare wheel moving on carrier (but it appears to be sufficiently restrained)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 20,520 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 11,374 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 4,319 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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WH55 CAT is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 WH55 CAT, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WH55 CAT registered?

WH55 CAT is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 September 2005.

Is WH55 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WH55 CAT shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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