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C12 KAR

1996 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,609 mi
Last recorded25,609 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Super 719,701 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 KAR
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 25,609 miles
Fail 9 May 2026 25,609 miles

Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 25,595 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 25,572 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 25,205 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 24,783 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 23,915 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 23,121 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 21,816 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 21,360 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 20,486 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,345 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,865 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 19,838 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 19,786 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 18,108 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 17,255 miles

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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C12 KAR is a 1996 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 19,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C12 KAR, 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 30 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 C12 KAR registered?

C12 KAR is a 1996 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is C12 KAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 KAR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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