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Y36 NJO

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,285 mi
Last recorded21,285 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY36 NJO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 21,285 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 20,853 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2023 20,198 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2022 18,683 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2022 18,680 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 18,394 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 18,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,657 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 16,921 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 May 2012 16,921 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 15,538 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 15,538 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 15,316 miles

cut in offside rear tyre

track day race car fitted with full seat belt harness

Pass 24 Feb 2009 14,982 miles

no windscreen fitted track day car trailored to test station

Pass 11 Jan 2006 130,964 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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Y36 NJO is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 Y36 NJO, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y36 NJO registered?

Y36 NJO is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y36 NJO safe to buy?

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