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N4 XFL

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

29,507 mi
Last recorded29,507 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN4 XFL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 29,507 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 27,468 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 26,204 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 24,588 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 22,001 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 19,246 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 18,228 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 15,911 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 13,531 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 11,848 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 11,775 miles

emissions tested as kit car pre 1975

Pass 22 Jul 2013 11,359 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 10,741 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 10,100 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 7,592 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 7,588 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 5,043 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 4,296 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 4,112 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 3,538 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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N4 XFL is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 N4 XFL, 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

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What year was N4 XFL registered?

N4 XFL is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N4 XFL safe to buy?

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