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N477 HJO

1995 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

19,398 mi
Last recorded19,398 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven (S3)28,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN477 HJO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 19,398 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 19,100 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 18,940 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 18,297 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 17,986 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 17,561 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 16,978 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 15,953 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2018 15,945 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 May 2017 15,336 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 14,495 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 14,089 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 13,315 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 12,356 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,744 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 11,132 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 10,678 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 9,442 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 8,963 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 8,463 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2006 8,463 miles

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

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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N477 HJO is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N477 HJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N477 HJO?

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What year was N477 HJO registered?

N477 HJO is a 1995 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 24 November 1995.

Is N477 HJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N477 HJO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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