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Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow · Petrol · 1998 · 1,599 cc

T777 SGWMOT history

T777 SGW is a yellow petrol Caterham Seven (S3) first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 12,880 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2024
Mileage
12,880 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T777 SGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Model
Seven (S3)
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,599 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T777 SGW was last recorded at 12,880 miles on 13 Jun 2023, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Sept 2010: 4 miles, lower than 16,273 miles on 22 Sept 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
12,861 miles · 2 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
19 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 12,880 miles
  • 2021 – 12,626 miles
  • 2020 – 12,553 miles
  • 2019 – 11,697 miles
  • 2018 – 11,447 miles
  • 2017 – 10,639 miles
  • 2016 – 10,056 miles
  • 2015 – 9,560 miles
  • 2014 – 7,340 miles
  • 2013 – 3,740 miles
  • 2012 – 3,585 miles
  • 2011 – 2,468 miles
  • 2010 – 4 miles
  • 2009 – 16,273 miles
  • 2008 – 15,442 miles
  • 2007 – 14,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,880 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,880 miles (+19)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    12,880 miles
    Test number
    864253562326
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail12,861 miles (+235)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,861 miles
    Test number
    797533292913
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass12,626 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    12,626 miles
    Test number
    767258921649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail12,626 miles (+73)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,626 miles
    Test number
    227628381294
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass12,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    12,553 miles
    Test number
    256001727617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail12,553 miles (+856)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,553 miles
    Test number
    836764344896
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass11,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    11,697 miles
    Test number
    659531397987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail11,697 miles (+250)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,697 miles
    Test number
    554977204049
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator does not face the front (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass11,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    11,447 miles
    Test number
    326990098471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail11,445 miles (+806)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,445 miles
    Test number
    586365982361
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass10,639 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    10,639 miles
    Test number
    622816541748
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail10,637 miles (+581)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,637 miles
    Test number
    539699709744
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes and emissions not tested due to excessive water loss

  13. Pass10,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    10,056 miles
    Test number
    576926354221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail10,056 miles (+496)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,056 miles
    Test number
    263298175632
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

  15. Pass9,560 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    9,560 miles
    Test number
    619020766997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass7,340 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    7,340 miles
    Test number
    555662364288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/r hub seal leaking

  17. Fail7,339 miles (+3,599)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,339 miles
    Test number
    279591764273
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteO/s/r hub seal leaking

  18. Pass3,740 miles (+155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    3,740 miles
    Test number
    199408263253
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass3,585 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    3,585 miles
    Test number
    589879362254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail2,468 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,468 miles
    Test number
    165516361266
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass2,468 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    2,468 miles
    Test number
    278866061235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4 miles (-16,269)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    4 miles
    Test number
    980979650256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,273 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,273 miles
    Test number
    302145569258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,442 miles
    Test number
    193203188113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,442 miles (+726)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,442 miles
    Test number
    234373788142
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  26. Pass14,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    14,716 miles
    Test number
    974120107144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail14,716 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,716 miles
    Test number
    231644097093
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about T777 SGW

Does T777 SGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T777 SGW expired on 12 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T777 SGW?
The MOT on T777 SGW expired on 12 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T777 SGW done?
T777 SGW was recorded at 12,880 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2023.
Has T777 SGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T777 SGW has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T777 SGW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Sept 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T777 SGW find?
T777 SGW passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2023 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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