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A7 NVR

1997 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,589 mi
Last recorded41,589 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 NVR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 41,589 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 41,463 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 41,427 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 41,134 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 40,792 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 40,295 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 39,664 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 39,097 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,477 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 38,439 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 38,081 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 37,267 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 35,987 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside floor coming away from chassis

Pass 29 Mar 2011 34,770 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 33,073 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 32,102 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 31,306 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 29,913 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 27,600 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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A7 NVR is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,790 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 NVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 NVR registered?

A7 NVR is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is A7 NVR safe to buy?

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