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1997 Caterham Seven (S3) 1.6L Petrol · P889 GRR

P889 GRR

1997 Caterham Seven (S3) (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 1997. Recorded mileage 40,909 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
CATERHAM SEVEN (S3)
Year / Origin
1997 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20 May 2027
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
40,909 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20 May 2027
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1997
Engine
1585cc
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P889 GRR Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
  • 40,909 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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P889 GRR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 18:43
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) (P889 GRR) between May 2026 and May 2026.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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85
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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