CarVerify

Free Car Check

P955 NWJ

1997 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1298cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,364 mi
Last recorded24,364 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven (S3)20,400 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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

RegistrationP955 NWJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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 18 May 2017 24,364 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 24,280 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2016 24,280 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 23,119 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 16 Apr 2014 23,119 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 22,594 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 22,376 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 22,051 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 21,754 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 21,209 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 19,752 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,229 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,696 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

P955 NWJ is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,298cc 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 P955 NWJ, 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 P955 NWJ?

You can check the full history of P955 NWJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P955 NWJ registered?

P955 NWJ is a 1997 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P955 NWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P955 NWJ 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 P955 NWJ 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 P955 NWJ. 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.