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Y441 RRA

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

7,995 mi
Last recorded7,995 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY441 RRA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 7,995 miles
Pass 15 May 2024
Pass 5 May 2023
Pass 13 May 2022
Pass 12 May 2021
Pass 24 May 2019
Pass 3 Apr 2018
Pass 22 Aug 2016
Pass 25 Aug 2015
Pass 23 Jul 2014
Pass 18 Jul 2013
Pass 25 Jul 2012
Pass 22 Jul 2011
Pass 23 Jun 2010

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Jun 2009

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Jun 2008
Pass 20 Jun 2007 10,378 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 10,378 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 7,986 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 6,586 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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Y441 RRA is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 Y441 RRA, 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 Y441 RRA registered?

Y441 RRA is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 July 2001.

Is Y441 RRA safe to buy?

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