MOT Status
ValidMileage
958 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
O/S/F mirror missing
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Rear foglight switched on all the time wether fog light switched on or off.
O/S/F mirror missing
Rear foglight switched on all the time wether fog light switched on or off.
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
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N290 TJU is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.
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 N290 TJU, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of N290 TJU?
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What year was N290 TJU registered?
N290 TJU is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 1996.
Is N290 TJU safe to buy?
The MOT history for N290 TJU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does N290 TJU have outstanding finance?
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