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Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow and Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

S7 SPTMOT history

S7 SPT is a yellow and green petrol Caterham Seven (S3) first used on 7 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 33,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
33,607 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 SPT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Model
Seven (S3)
Colour
Yellow and Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 SPT was last recorded at 33,607 miles on 28 May 2026, 408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,199 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
408 miles
Average per year
357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 33,607 miles
  • 2025 – 33,199 miles
  • 2024 – 33,186 miles
  • 2023 – 33,166 miles
  • 2022 – 33,147 miles
  • 2021 – 32,875 miles
  • 2017 – 32,672 miles
  • 2016 – 32,535 miles
  • 2015 – 32,199 miles
  • 2014 – 31,636 miles
  • 2012 – 30,904 miles
  • 2011 – 30,319 miles
  • 2010 – 29,901 miles
  • 2008 – 29,345 miles
  • 2007 – 28,325 miles
  • 2006 – 26,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,607 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    33,607 miles
    Test number
    569772486501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail33,607 miles (+408)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,607 miles
    Test number
    919714147755
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass33,199 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    33,199 miles
    Test number
    951130296310
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber mount at rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryClip around silencer not secure

  4. Pass33,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    274357401801
    • AdvisoryNearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across front axle is 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail33,186 miles (+20)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,186 miles
    Test number
    718286378228
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. across front axle is 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass33,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    33,166 miles
    Test number
    367497956912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail33,166 miles (+19)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,166 miles
    Test number
    116057170107
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass33,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    233809207462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail33,147 miles (+272)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,147 miles
    Test number
    752320530409
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass32,875 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    577865220721
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail32,875 miles (+203)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,875 miles
    Test number
    503236778436
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass32,672 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,672 miles
    Test number
    297308239265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,535 miles (+336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    32,535 miles
    Test number
    472098812409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass32,199 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    32,199 miles
    Test number
    758010605141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,636 miles (+732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    31,636 miles
    Test number
    597276684055
    • 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)

  16. Pass30,904 miles (+585)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,904 miles
    Test number
    207425402204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,319 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    30,319 miles
    Test number
    678457741197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,901 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    29,901 miles
    Test number
    322044620197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,865 miles (+520)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,865 miles
    Test number
    782398910162
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

  20. Pass29,345 miles (+1,020)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,345 miles
    Test number
    753364668354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass28,325 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,325 miles
    Test number
    481184557490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,554 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    26,554 miles
    Test number
    384394436237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S7 SPT

Does S7 SPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 SPT is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 SPT?
The MOT on S7 SPT is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 SPT done?
S7 SPT was recorded at 33,607 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 357 miles a year.
Has S7 SPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 SPT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 SPT 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 S7 SPT find?
S7 SPT passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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