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797 CTD

1991 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,902 mi
Last recorded28,902 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1991 Caterham Super 727,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration797 CTD
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2014 28,902 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 28,492 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 27,754 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 26,895 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 25,690 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 23,631 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 21,679 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 18,309 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 18,309 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 14,419 miles
Pass 10 May 2005 12,794 miles
Fail 10 May 2005 12,794 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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797 CTD is a 1991 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,923 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 797 CTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 35 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 797 CTD registered?

797 CTD is a 1991 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 25 September 1991.

Is 797 CTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 797 CTD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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