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C7 OOH

1999 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

20,654 mi
Last recorded20,654 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Super 717,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 OOH
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 20,654 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 20,333 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 20,332 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 May 2024 20,073 miles

advise slight play in steering rack

Pass 17 May 2023 19,713 miles

advise slight plat in steering rack

Pass 24 May 2022 19,538 miles

advise battery loose

advise oil weep from sump area

advise slight play in steering rack

Pass 23 Mar 2021 19,319 miles

advise battery loose

advise slight play in steering rack

Pass 20 Mar 2020 19,078 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 19,068 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted hitting shock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel both (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,830 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2019 18,829 miles

Emissions not tested DUE TO COOLANT LEAK (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 18,679 miles

slight play in rack

Fail 15 Mar 2018 18,679 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play in rack

Pass 13 Jan 2017 18,420 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 17,779 miles

Offside Front Lower slight play in swivel joint.

Pass 23 Sep 2014 16,850 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 15,402 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 14,726 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 12,686 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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C7 OOH is a 1999 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 17,164 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 OOH, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 OOH registered?

C7 OOH is a 1999 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is C7 OOH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 OOH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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