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N7 PET

1996 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

14,302 mi
Last recorded14,302 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven19,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 PET
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 14,302 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 14,112 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 13,996 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 13,656 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 13,223 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 12,971 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 12,809 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 12,587 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 12,558 miles

Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

brake pedal a bit soft/spongy.

Pass 8 Apr 2015 12,558 miles

brake pedal a bit soft/spongy.

Fail 19 May 2014 12,539 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,381 miles

slight movement nearside front lower ball joint.

Pass 9 May 2006 11,681 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 11,681 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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N7 PET is a 1996 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 N7 PET, 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 N7 PET registered?

N7 PET is a 1996 Caterham Seven, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N7 PET safe to buy?

The MOT history for N7 PET shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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