CarVerify

Free Car Check

P776 YNJ

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,986 mi
Last recorded29,986 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Caterham
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP776 YNJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 29,986 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 28,546 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 27,635 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2015 27,632 miles

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

Panhard rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,283 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,883 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 20,286 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 20,236 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 18,088 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 16,098 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,155 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 13,099 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,873 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
Full Caterham Seven (S3) reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P776 YNJ is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 P776 YNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P776 YNJ?

You can check the full history of P776 YNJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P776 YNJ registered?

P776 YNJ is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P776 YNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P776 YNJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P776 YNJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P776 YNJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.