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C7 CDD

1996 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Caterham 722,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 CDD
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2012 2 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 37,643 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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C7 CDD is a 1996 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 22,972 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C7 CDD, 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 30 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 CDD registered?

C7 CDD is a 1996 Caterham 7, first registered on 26 June 1996.

Is C7 CDD safe to buy?

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