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N148 SPB

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,972 mi
Last recorded29,972 miles
Recorded on26 May 2012
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN148 SPB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 May 2012 29,972 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 May 2011 28,459 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 26,854 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 24,904 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 22,998 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 20,876 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 17,283 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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N148 SPB is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N148 SPB, 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 N148 SPB registered?

N148 SPB is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 8 August 1995.

Is N148 SPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N148 SPB shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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