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N937 ESP

1996 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

17,653 mi
Last recorded17,653 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven (S3)24,518 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN937 ESP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 17,653 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 17,488 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 17,288 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 16,897 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 16,735 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,386 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 15,829 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 15,035 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jun 2014 15,025 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2012 14,512 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 13,161 miles

rear fog light switch illumination stays on

Pass 30 Apr 2010 12,278 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 11,309 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 10,374 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 9,247 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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N937 ESP is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 N937 ESP, 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 N937 ESP registered?

N937 ESP is a 1996 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 March 1996.

Is N937 ESP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N937 ESP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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