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C17 RHE

1988 Caterham Super 7

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,868 mi
Last recorded9,868 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1988 Caterham Super 723,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC17 RHE
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2016 9,868 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 8,839 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 8,755 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 8,642 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 8,627 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 8,607 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 8,563 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 8,500 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 8,176 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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C17 RHE is a 1988 Caterham Super 7 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.2% with a typical mileage of 23,001 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 C17 RHE, 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 38 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C17 RHE registered?

C17 RHE is a 1988 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is C17 RHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for C17 RHE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C17 RHE have outstanding finance?

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