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N233 KCW

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,842 mi
Last recorded39,842 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN233 KCW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 39,842 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2025 39,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Wrong rotation (5.2.3 (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 38,790 miles

slight lift in both front lower suspension joints

Pass 6 Nov 2023 38,192 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 37,210 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 36,042 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 34,855 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 32,390 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 32,390 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 29,936 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 27,784 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 26,995 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 26,917 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 26,391 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

emissions visual only

ns rear outer cv joint gaiter insecure

slight wear in ns and os rear lower shock bushes

Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,704 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 24,438 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SLIGHT BINDING N/S FRONT BRAKE

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL

Pass 10 May 2006 24,128 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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N233 KCW is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N233 KCW, 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 N233 KCW registered?

N233 KCW is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 21 February 1996.

Is N233 KCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N233 KCW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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