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X309 BVN

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

46,571 mi
Last recorded46,571 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX309 BVN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 46,571 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 46,571 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2024 44,271 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2024 44,123 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2023 42,779 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 42,738 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 42,095 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 41,687 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 41,280 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 40,999 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 40,442 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 36,944 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 36,288 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 35,505 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 34,559 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 33,281 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 32,847 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 31,124 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,749 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 27,893 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 25,465 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,005 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 19,202 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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X309 BVN is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 X309 BVN, 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 X309 BVN registered?

X309 BVN is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 7 September 2000.

Is X309 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X309 BVN shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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