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M13 RDD

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,370 mi
Last recorded7,370 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 RDD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 7,370 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 7,355 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 7,332 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 7,158 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 7,058 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 6,262 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 5,414 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 4,827 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 4,328 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 3,727 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 2,781 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 2,013 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 1,328 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 1,318 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 954 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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M13 RDD is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 M13 RDD, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M13 RDD registered?

M13 RDD is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 July 1997.

Is M13 RDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 RDD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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