CarVerify

Free Car Check

N417 LAH

1996 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1700cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,213 mi
Last recorded26,213 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham 722,972 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

RegistrationN417 LAH
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 26,213 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2025 26,213 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 26,128 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 26,097 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 26,057 miles

Advise checking odometer as readings appear to be inconsistent

Pass 4 Aug 2021 26,977 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 25,743 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 25,519 miles

Slight mileage discrepancy over last year, I must have misread the odometer.

Pass 14 Aug 2018 25,630 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 25,225 miles

Rear brakes require attention

Pass 8 Aug 2016 25,061 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 24,945 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 24,750 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 24,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 24,233 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 23,960 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 23,032 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 21,878 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,734 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 19,667 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

handbrake lever operation stiff

Pass 16 Jul 2008 19,667 miles

handbrake lever operation stiff

Pass 21 Jul 2007 17,505 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 16,903 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 16,509 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
Full Caterham 7 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

N417 LAH is a 1996 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 22,972 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N417 LAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N417 LAH?

You can check the full history of N417 LAH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N417 LAH registered?

N417 LAH is a 1996 Caterham 7, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is N417 LAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N417 LAH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N417 LAH 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 N417 LAH. 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.