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C7 GWP

1992 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,341 mi
Last recorded14,341 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Caterham Super 728,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 GWP
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 14,341 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 14,121 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective perished (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 13,974 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 13,758 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 13,702 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 13,700 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 13,650 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 13,474 miles

parking brake low may need adjustment or repair

Pass 8 Sep 2018 13,190 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 13,004 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 12,622 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 12,140 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 11,724 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Oct 2007 11,710 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside and front tyres worn on edges

Fail 31 May 2007 11,706 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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C7 GWP is a 1992 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 28,696 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 C7 GWP, 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 34 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 C7 GWP registered?

C7 GWP is a 1992 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is C7 GWP safe to buy?

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