Programmatic WIKI Analysis

Caterham Seven-(s3) Common Problems & Reliability Guide

Editorial and database insights into major issues and failure points for Caterham Seven-(s3).

Expert WIKI & Reliability Analysis

Every used vehicle has a set of potential warning factors, and the Caterham Seven-(s3) is no exception. With highly reliable first-time pass rate (89.32% first-time pass rate), it remains critical to analyze historical inspection sheets for repeating advisories.

Our aggregation logic underscores that common problems frequently originate from components like: headlamp, parking brake efficiency, cv boot. These faults are typical for vehicles running up against their median 766 mileages.

Ensure you verify whether the vehicle you are purchasing has a complete service record addressing these specific items before executing a sale.

Total in Database
1,473

Active vehicle records

Valid MOTs
1,127

Vehicles with active MOT

SORN Vehicles
13

Off-road statutory notification

First-Time Pass Rate
89.32%

Clean pass runs on 1st attempt

Median Mileage
766 mi

Yearly distance driven

Top Common MOT Failures

  • 1

    headlamp

    Often flagged during annual MOT testing.

  • 2

    parking brake efficiency

    Often flagged during annual MOT testing.

  • 3

    cv boot

    Often flagged during annual MOT testing.

Top Common MOT Advisories

  • 1

    wheel bearing

    Minor issues monitored by owners.

  • 2

    tyre

    Minor issues monitored by owners.

  • 3

    anti-roll bar

    Minor issues monitored by owners.

Buying Guide & Expert Insights

This Caterham Seven-(s3) data was aggregated from over 1,473 independent MOT testing history records. Pass rates are based on the first-time test success of vehicles registered in the UK.