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P32 NKW

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,061 mi
Last recorded52,061 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP32 NKW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 52,061 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 5,950 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 49,978 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 47,686 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 47,686 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 46,877 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 44,902 miles

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 44,178 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 42,594 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2018 42,594 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 41,454 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 39,313 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 37,610 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 36,637 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 34,558 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 33,172 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 31,209 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 28,292 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 25,718 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 22,394 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 22,394 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 29,341 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 27,961 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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P32 NKW is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 20,400 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 P32 NKW, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P32 NKW registered?

P32 NKW is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P32 NKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P32 NKW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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