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C7 NPS

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,584 mi
Last recorded17,584 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2020
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 NPS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2020 17,584 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 17,583 miles

Emissions not tested vehicle not running correctly engine misfire wont idle (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temporary fuel cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jun 2009 17,157 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 17,149 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 17,081 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 17,081 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 16,764 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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C7 NPS is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 28,286 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 NPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 31 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 NPS registered?

C7 NPS is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 April 1995.

Is C7 NPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 NPS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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