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R400 NSB

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,532 mi
Last recorded15,532 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 NSB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 15,532 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 15,226 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 15,152 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 14,942 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 14,720 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 14,681 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 14,379 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 14,010 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 13,481 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 12,789 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 11,792 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,228 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 7,846 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 5,575 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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R400 NSB is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 R400 NSB, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R400 NSB?

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What year was R400 NSB registered?

R400 NSB is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is R400 NSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 NSB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R400 NSB have outstanding finance?

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