The road tax status for J917 PAY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for J917 PAY?

The MOT for J917 PAY is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 February 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of J917 PAY?

The recorded mileage for J917 PAY is 47,356 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J917 PAY ULEZ compliant?

No, J917 PAY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1992 Caterham Seven (S3) 1.4L Petrol · J917 PAY

J917 PAY

1992 Caterham Seven (S3) (1.4L, petrol). First registered 11/06/1992. Recorded mileage 47,356 miles. MOT valid until 13/02/2027.

Make & Model: CATERHAM SEVEN (S3)
Year / Origin: 1992
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/02/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 47,356 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 47,356 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1992
Engine: 1397cc

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J917 PAY Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/02/2026
47,356 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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J917 PAY Mileage History

02/06/202346,643 mi
17/07/202446,855 mi+212 mi
11/02/202546,859 mi+4 mi
13/02/202647,355 mi+496 mi
14/02/202647,356 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 264 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

J917 PAY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 19:22

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Caterham Seven (S3) (J917 PAY) between June 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH SIDES (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both Sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))”.

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