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Y107 WHR

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

13,403 mi
Last recorded13,403 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY107 WHR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 13,403 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 12,711 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 12,685 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 12,606 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 12,538 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 12,506 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 12,290 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 11,946 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 11,362 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 11,234 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 11,172 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 11,098 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 10,968 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 10,743 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

nearside front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,641 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,398 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,930 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 9,343 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 9,003 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 8,535 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 8,197 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2006 7,784 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 7,225 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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Y107 WHR is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 Y107 WHR, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y107 WHR registered?

Y107 WHR is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y107 WHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y107 WHR shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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