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G1 AHM

1990 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1691cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,001 mi
Last recorded35,001 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Caterham 715,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG1 AHM
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,691cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 35,001 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 34,150 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 33,250 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 31,436 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 30,778 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 29,818 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 28,743 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 26,810 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 26,658 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 25,630 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 24,325 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 23,360 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 21,189 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 19,868 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 19,515 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 19,515 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 19,258 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 18,217 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 17,185 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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G1 AHM is a 1990 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,691cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1990 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,071 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 G1 AHM, 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 36 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 G1 AHM registered?

G1 AHM is a 1990 Caterham 7, first registered on 20 August 1990.

Is G1 AHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G1 AHM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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