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A7 YEP

2004 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

6,354 mi
Last recorded6,354 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Caterham 715,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 YEP
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 6,354 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 6,321 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 6,321 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 6,312 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 6,191 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 6,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 6,126 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 6,088 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 6,088 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,043 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 6,043 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 5,910 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 5,732 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 57,329 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 28 May 2008 5,278 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 4,907 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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A7 YEP is a 2004 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2004 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,867 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 YEP, 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 22 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A7 YEP registered?

A7 YEP is a 2004 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is A7 YEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 YEP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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