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N59 KVS

1996 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1346cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,819 mi
Last recorded7,819 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven19,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN59 KVS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,346cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,819 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 6,996 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 6,785 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 6,366 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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N59 KVS is a 1996 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,346cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N59 KVS, 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.

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What year was N59 KVS registered?

N59 KVS is a 1996 Caterham Seven, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N59 KVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N59 KVS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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