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N202 FKE

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,511 mi
Last recorded36,511 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN202 FKE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 36,511 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 36,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 36,284 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 36,124 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 35,919 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 35,321 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 35,204 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 34,560 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 34,032 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 34,013 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 33,504 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 30,433 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 30,423 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2007 27,505 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 24,445 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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N202 FKE is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 24,518 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 N202 FKE, 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 30 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N202 FKE registered?

N202 FKE is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N202 FKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N202 FKE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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