MOT Status
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39,842 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
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))
slight lift in both front lower suspension joints
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))
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))
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
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
SLIGHT BINDING N/S FRONT BRAKE
SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
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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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