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GAT 553

2001 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,406 mi
Last recorded1,406 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2006
Typical for 2001 Caterham 713,565 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAT 553
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2006 1,406 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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GAT 553 is a 2001 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 13,565 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 GAT 553, 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 25 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GAT 553 registered?

GAT 553 is a 2001 Caterham 7, first registered on 4 May 2001.

Is GAT 553 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAT 553 shows 1 test 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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