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N517 ODF

1995 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,605 mi
Last recorded32,605 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Caterham 717,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN517 ODF
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 32,605 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2024 32,553 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 32,422 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 32,422 miles

Emissions not tested TEMP GUAGE GONE INTO THE RED (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fail 28 Aug 2021 32,407 miles

Brake performance not tested fluid leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure cable insecure under battery (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 32,364 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 32,172 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 31,762 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2018 31,748 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 31,657 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 31,027 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2015 30,411 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 29,670 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 29,413 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 29,233 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,540 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 28,280 miles

front no plate cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2009 27,349 miles

front no plate cracked

Pass 21 Apr 2008 26,829 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 26,196 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 26,196 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

front number plate cracked

Pass 21 Apr 2006 25,614 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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N517 ODF is a 1995 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 17,747 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N517 ODF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 31 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N517 ODF registered?

N517 ODF is a 1995 Caterham 7, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N517 ODF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N517 ODF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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