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P126 NWG

1997 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,514 mi
Last recorded46,514 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 NWG
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 46,514 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 44,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 43,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fuel hose deteriorated At tank (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 43,939 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Fuel hose deteriorated At tank (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 43,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 43,066 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 May 2021 41,364 miles
Fail 20 May 2021 41,357 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 40,670 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 35,536 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 35,351 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 34,544 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,103 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 29,962 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 27,940 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 24,771 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 23,009 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 21,145 miles

offside and nearside rear shock absorbers slightly damp

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 22 Jul 2010 18,064 miles

hand brake cable rubing

Pass 31 Jul 2009 15,453 miles

offside and nearside front chassis rusting

offside and nearside front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Jul 2008 12,322 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 9,351 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 9,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 6,039 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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P126 NWG is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,790 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P126 NWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P126 NWG registered?

P126 NWG is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P126 NWG safe to buy?

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