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GN58 NGO

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

2,542 mi
Last recorded2,542 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 NGO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 2,542 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 2,545 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 2,415 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 2,326 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 2,310 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 2,310 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 2,310 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 1,953 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 1,680 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 1,583 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 1,583 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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GN58 NGO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 GN58 NGO, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN58 NGO registered?

GN58 NGO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is GN58 NGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 NGO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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