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C7 SAO

2001 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,999 mi
Last recorded30,999 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2001 Caterham Super 714,212 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 SAO
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 30,999 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 30,999 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 30,967 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 30,471 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 30,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just on limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 29,778 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 29,199 miles

slight movement in front wheel bearings

Pass 22 Jun 2013 28,214 miles

engine lumpy on tick over

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner section

Pass 28 Jun 2012 27,044 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 26,674 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,787 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 23,564 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 19,993 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 15,155 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 10,153 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2005 10,153 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 SAO is a 2001 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 14,212 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 SAO, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 SAO registered?

C7 SAO is a 2001 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is C7 SAO safe to buy?

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