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J7 KAR

1991 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

31,561 mi
Last recorded31,561 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven (S3)22,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ7 KAR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 31,561 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold gaskets (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 May 2026 31,561 miles

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Black number plate (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold gaskets (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 31,504 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 31,461 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 31,423 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Under floor fuel pump appears damp at connections - Advise checking for leaks

Pass 26 Apr 2022 31,273 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center exhaust manifold gasket (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 31,117 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 30,976 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 30,919 miles

nearside front lower ball joint worn

oil leaks

Fail 16 Oct 2018 30,905 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leaks

Pass 5 Oct 2017 30,771 miles

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 27 Aug 2016 30,724 miles

parking brake efforts are low

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 12 May 2015 30,602 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 30,549 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 30,519 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 30,499 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 30,435 miles

slight play at nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 16 Aug 2010 30,381 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 30,340 miles

n/s wiper condition

Pass 17 Aug 2007 29,659 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 28,498 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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J7 KAR is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J7 KAR, 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.

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What year was J7 KAR registered?

J7 KAR is a 1991 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 August 1991.

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