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Caterham Seven (S3)

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,600 cc

P555 SSEMOT history

P555 SSE is a green petrol Caterham Seven (S3) first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 26,500 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
26,500 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2012
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 SSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Model
Seven (S3)
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P555 SSE was last recorded at 26,500 miles on 15 Jun 2012, 1,546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jun 2011.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,954 miles · 8 Jun 2011
Between the last two tests
1,546 miles
Average per year
1,234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2012 – 26,500 miles
  • 2011 – 24,954 miles
  • 2010 – 23,996 miles
  • 2009 – 21,776 miles
  • 2008 – 20,707 miles
  • 2007 – 20,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

13 tests since 16 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    118711033890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    708148374181
    • NoteSlight vertical lift n/s/f lower ball joint

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    856143873151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass26,500 miles (+1,546)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,500 miles
    Test number
    277917662162
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  5. Pass24,954 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    24,954 miles
    Test number
    276459751176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail24,950 miles (+954)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,950 miles
    Test number
    279534251196
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass23,996 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,996 miles
    Test number
    381027520110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f rack boot perished

  8. Fail23,996 miles (+2,220)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,996 miles
    Test number
    112577820175
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f rack boot perished

  9. Pass21,776 miles (+1,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,776 miles
    Test number
    934925059101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  10. Pass20,707 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    20,707 miles
    Test number
    983420838191
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail20,707 miles (+480)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,707 miles
    Test number
    751480838107
    • FailureNearside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass20,227 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,227 miles
    Test number
    444353847118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail20,226 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,226 miles
    Test number
    523196937184
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Questions about P555 SSE

Does P555 SSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P555 SSE is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on P555 SSE?
The MOT on P555 SSE is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P555 SSE done?
P555 SSE was recorded at 26,500 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2012, an average of 1,234 miles a year.
Has P555 SSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 SSE has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2011.
Has the mileage on P555 SSE 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 P555 SSE find?
P555 SSE passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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