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Caterham Seven (S3)

Black and Silver · Petrol · 1996 · 1,998 cc

L7 MEFMOT history

L7 MEF is a black and silver petrol Caterham Seven (S3) first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 3,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Apr 2024
Mileage
3,534 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 MEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Model
Seven (S3)
Colour
Black and Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 MEF was last recorded at 3,534 miles on 13 Apr 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
3,531 miles · 11 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 3,534 miles
  • 2021 – 3,531 miles
  • 2020 – 3,523 miles
  • 2019 – 3,456 miles
  • 2018 – 3,374 miles
  • 2017 – 3,293 miles
  • 2016 – 3,220 miles
  • 2015 – 3,073 miles
  • 2014 – 3,018 miles
  • 2013 – 2,675 miles
  • 2012 – 2,568 miles
  • 2011 – 2,071 miles
  • 2010 – 1,893 miles
  • 2009 – 1,527 miles
  • 2008 – 1,179 miles
  • 2007 – 996 miles
  • 2006 – 470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass3,534 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass3,534 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    3,534 miles
    Test number
    485899180978
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail3,534 miles (+3)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,534 miles
    Test number
    493100671689
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass3,531 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    3,531 miles
    Test number
    308858300579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail3,525 miles (+2)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,525 miles
    Test number
    519589830606
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass3,523 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    3,523 miles
    Test number
    516287296482
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass3,456 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    3,456 miles
    Test number
    295743233453
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt incorrectly fitted to crank pulley

  7. Pass3,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    3,374 miles
    Test number
    852946236832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail3,374 miles (+81)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,374 miles
    Test number
    611889483871
    • Repaired at testCentral Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass3,293 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    3,293 miles
    Test number
    620741606918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass3,220 miles (+147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    3,220 miles
    Test number
    360173558235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass3,073 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    3,073 miles
    Test number
    567724019937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass3,018 miles (+343)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    3,018 miles
    Test number
    289791224286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass2,675 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    2,675 miles
    Test number
    777780953289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail2,568 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,568 miles
    Test number
    365692052251
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

  15. Pass2,568 miles (+497)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    2,568 miles
    Test number
    697942152298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass2,071 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    2,071 miles
    Test number
    828042531274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass1,893 miles (+366)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    1,893 miles
    Test number
    523579410291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass1,527 miles (+348)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    1,527 miles
    Test number
    693812599185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass1,179 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    1,179 miles
    Test number
    600574398118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass996 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    996 miles
    Test number
    403229407241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass470 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    470 miles
    Test number
    571410126243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 MEF

Does L7 MEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 MEF expired on 12 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 MEF?
The MOT on L7 MEF expired on 12 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 MEF done?
L7 MEF was recorded at 3,534 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2023, an average of 184 miles a year.
Has L7 MEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 MEF has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L7 MEF 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 L7 MEF find?
L7 MEF passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive.

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