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N7 ASW

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Maroon Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,601 mi
Last recorded12,601 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 ASW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 12,601 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 11,645 miles

Both Rear Tyres down to 2mm

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2011 11,191 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2010 10,460 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 10,460 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 10,067 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 9,350 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 8,871 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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N7 ASW is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Maroon with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N7 ASW, 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 N7 ASW registered?

N7 ASW is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N7 ASW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N7 ASW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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