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N777 RES

1996 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,114 mi
Last recorded35,114 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham 722,972 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN777 RES
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 35,114 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 34,891 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 34,700 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 34,418 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 33,992 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 33,915 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 33,629 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 33,122 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 32,492 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 31,131 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 30,867 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 30,590 miles

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

nearside steering rack boot deteriorating

Pass 24 Apr 2013 30,035 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 29,846 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 29,316 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 28,317 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 27,845 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 27,032 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 May 2008 27,032 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 25,808 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 24,731 miles

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
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N777 RES is a 1996 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N777 RES, 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

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What year was N777 RES registered?

N777 RES is a 1996 Caterham 7, first registered on 20 May 1996.

Is N777 RES safe to buy?

The MOT history for N777 RES shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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