1998 Caterham Seven (S3) 1.6L Petrol · C7 TLF
1998 Caterham Seven (S3) (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1998. Recorded mileage 43,722 miles. MOT valid until 18 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- CATERHAM SEVEN (S3)
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 43,722 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C7 TLF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2026
- 43,722 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C7 TLF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Caterham Seven (S3) (C7 TLF) between April 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
C7 TLF Mileage History
- 28/04/202239,503 mi
- 27/04/202341,057 mi+1,554 mi
- 10/04/202441,920 mi+863 mi
- 20/05/202542,821 mi+901 mi
- 01/05/202643,722 mi+901 mi
Average of roughly 1,053 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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