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GN58 NHO

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,205 mi
Last recorded11,205 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN58 NHO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 11,205 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 8,854 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 8,137 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 7,173 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 5,284 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 5,276 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,210 miles

Parts of o/s rear fog lamp are not working.

Fail 6 Mar 2012 4,210 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Parts of o/s rear fog lamp are not working.

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 NHO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN58 NHO?

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What year was GN58 NHO registered?

GN58 NHO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 December 2008.

Is GN58 NHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN58 NHO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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