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N485 SGX

1996 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

43,515 mi
Last recorded43,515 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven19,568 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN485 SGX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 43,515 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 43,182 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 40,773 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 39,688 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 37,389 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2022 37,389 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 36,989 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 36,567 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 36,057 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 34,482 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 34,299 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 33,845 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,281 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 32,276 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 30,755 miles

Offside engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 30,755 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 30,075 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 29,046 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 28,059 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 26,992 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 26,173 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 24,888 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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N485 SGX is a 1996 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 19,568 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N485 SGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N485 SGX registered?

N485 SGX is a 1996 Caterham Seven, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N485 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N485 SGX shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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