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FRO 6Y

1992 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

20,230 mi
Last recorded20,230 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Caterham 719,902 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRO 6Y
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 20,230 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 20,204 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 20,127 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 19,904 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2023 19,901 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate broken (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 19,679 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 19,516 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 19,348 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 19,157 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 19,157 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 19,072 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 19,010 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,970 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 18,970 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,863 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,222 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,468 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 17,269 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 17,137 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 16,861 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 16,557 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 15,792 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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FRO 6Y is a 1992 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1992 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 19,902 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FRO 6Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 34 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FRO 6Y registered?

FRO 6Y is a 1992 Caterham 7, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is FRO 6Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRO 6Y shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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