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P418 NNC

1996 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,578 mi
Last recorded1,578 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven19,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP418 NNC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 1,578 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 1,476 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 1,219 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 947 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 802 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 394 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 73 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 19,680 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2018 19,440 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 19,130 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 18,976 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 18,135 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 18,036 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,671 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 16,349 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 16,088 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 14,767 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 12,368 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 11,173 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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P418 NNC is a 1996 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P418 NNC, 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 P418 NNC registered?

P418 NNC is a 1996 Caterham Seven, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P418 NNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P418 NNC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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