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EMA 222S

1978 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,269 mi
Last recorded60,269 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMA 222S
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2023 60,269 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 58,051 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 56,051 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 53,247 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 50,302 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 46,892 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 44,834 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 43,057 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 41,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 May 2014 39,113 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 38,047 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 46,599 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 35,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 33,913 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 31,706 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,256 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,974 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 29,332 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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EMA 222S is a 1978 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EMA 222S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 48 years old, this Caterham Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EMA 222S registered?

EMA 222S is a 1978 Caterham Seven, first registered on 9 June 1978.

Is EMA 222S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMA 222S shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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