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C7 CCL

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

18,952 mi
Last recorded18,952 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 CCL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 18,952 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2024 18,952 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 18,733 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 18,537 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 18,332 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 18,332 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2015 18,026 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 17,942 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2014 16,671 miles

play in track rod ends

Pass 22 Jan 2013 14,797 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 14,373 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 13,474 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 12,711 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 12,609 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 116,245 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 10,794 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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C7 CCL is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 CCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 CCL registered?

C7 CCL is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is C7 CCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 CCL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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