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GK51 LVL

2001 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

14,908 mi
Last recorded14,908 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Caterham Super 714,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 LVL
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 14,908 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 14,711 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 14,346 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 14,290 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 13,964 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Apr 2022 13,964 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 13,735 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 13,729 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2018 13,580 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 13,577 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 13,249 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 13,036 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 13,036 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 12,601 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 12,249 miles

slight oil leak from osr axle end

Pass 20 Mar 2013 11,898 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 11,330 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2011 10,374 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,374 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 9,009 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 9,009 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2009 8,527 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 7,696 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 5,341 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 5,341 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 3,518 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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GK51 LVL is a 2001 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 14,212 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK51 LVL, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GK51 LVL?

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What year was GK51 LVL registered?

GK51 LVL is a 2001 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is GK51 LVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK51 LVL shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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