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CW57 NBW

2010 Caterham Seven (S3)

Grey Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

3,003 mi
Last recorded3,003 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Caterham Seven (S3)8,955 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW57 NBW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 3,003 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 2,874 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 2,835 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 2,835 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2022 2,818 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 2,716 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 2,716 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 2,606 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 2,507 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 2,505 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 2,130 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 1,461 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 1,188 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 1,160 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 1,028 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 851 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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CW57 NBW is a 2010 Caterham Seven (S3) in Grey with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 8,955 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 CW57 NBW, 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 16 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CW57 NBW registered?

CW57 NBW is a 2010 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 2010.

Is CW57 NBW safe to buy?

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