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N7 LPF

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

52,270 mi
Last recorded52,270 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 LPF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 52,270 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 52,271 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 52,267 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 52,143 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 51,928 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 51,928 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 51,731 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 51,118 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 50,980 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 50,069 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 49,517 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 47,938 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 45,877 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 43,387 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 41,368 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 38,653 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 35,601 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 35,602 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 33,739 miles

both front hubs-slight play

oil leak from rear diff.

Fail 13 Oct 2008 33,739 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front hubs-slight play

oil leak from rear diff.

Pass 23 Oct 2007 32,544 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 30,152 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 LPF is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LPF, 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 LPF registered?

N7 LPF is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N7 LPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N7 LPF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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