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C7 VXC

1996 Caterham Super 7

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,380 mi
Last recorded37,380 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1996 Caterham Super 719,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 VXC
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1996
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 37,380 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2023 37,338 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 36,831 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 35,534 miles

oil leaks under engine

Pass 25 Apr 2019 33,437 miles

engine oil leak.

Pass 28 Apr 2018 37,268 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Sep 2016 30,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 26,181 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2013 23,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 22,681 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,294 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 14,150 miles

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2009 14,150 miles

Front Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2008 11,665 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 11,638 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 11,606 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 VXC is a 1996 Caterham Super 7 in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 19,701 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 C7 VXC, 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 30 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 VXC registered?

C7 VXC is a 1996 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is C7 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 VXC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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