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Caterham Seven (S3)

Red · Petrol · 1989 · 1,691 cc

G121 FOBMOT history

G121 FOB is a red petrol Caterham Seven (S3) first used on 1 Aug 1989. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 17,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2023
Mileage
17,674 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2022
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G121 FOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Model
Seven (S3)
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,691 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
1 Aug 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

G121 FOB was last recorded at 17,674 miles on 11 Nov 2022, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
17,600 miles · 27 May 2021
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 17,674 miles
  • 2021 – 17,600 miles
  • 2018 – 17,312 miles
  • 2017 – 17,022 miles
  • 2016 – 16,825 miles
  • 2014 – 16,463 miles
  • 2013 – 16,173 miles
  • 2012 – 15,798 miles
  • 2011 – 15,598 miles
  • 2010 – 15,366 miles
  • 2009 – 15,077 miles
  • 2008 – 15,010 miles
  • 2007 – 14,957 miles
  • 2006 – 14,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,674 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySlight play steering column top bush

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,674 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    17,674 miles
    Test number
    838952310878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight play steering column top bush

  2. Pass17,600 miles (+288)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    17,600 miles
    Test number
    856291353727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass17,312 miles (+290)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    17,312 miles
    Test number
    840168078855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass17,022 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    17,022 miles
    Test number
    410835252912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass16,825 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    16,825 miles
    Test number
    546630017613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass16,463 miles (+290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,463 miles
    Test number
    377423554217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass16,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    16,173 miles
    Test number
    897743633286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail16,170 miles (+372)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,170 miles
    Test number
    128513133205
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass15,798 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    15,798 miles
    Test number
    317966132491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass15,598 miles (+232)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,598 miles
    Test number
    208645191145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass15,366 miles (+289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    15,366 miles
    Test number
    270654670407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass15,077 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    15,077 miles
    Test number
    244005279407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,010 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    15,010 miles
    Test number
    234762418416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail14,957 miles (+267)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,957 miles
    Test number
    310026607380
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass14,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,690 miles
    Test number
    932093246200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G121 FOB

Does G121 FOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on G121 FOB expired on 10 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on G121 FOB?
The MOT on G121 FOB expired on 10 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has G121 FOB done?
G121 FOB was recorded at 17,674 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2022, an average of 184 miles a year.
Has G121 FOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G121 FOB has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on G121 FOB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on G121 FOB find?
G121 FOB passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; slight play steering column top bush.

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