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C7 XFW

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,313 mi
Last recorded31,313 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 XFW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 31,313 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 31,000 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 30,623 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 30,312 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 30,109 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 29,712 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 28,892 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 28,439 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 27,878 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 27,502 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 27,099 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 26,844 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 26,318 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 25,894 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 24,658 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 24,034 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 24,034 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 May 2009 23,532 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 23,532 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 May 2008 23,181 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 22,884 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 22,493 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 XFW is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 22,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 XFW, 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 35 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 XFW registered?

C7 XFW is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is C7 XFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 XFW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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