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GN51 WFX

2001 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

18,377 mi
Last recorded18,377 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven17,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 WFX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2015 18,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 18,326 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 18,206 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2011 16,952 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 16,037 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 15,487 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 14,659 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 14,028 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 14,028 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GN51 WFX is a 2001 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 17,134 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN51 WFX, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN51 WFX registered?

GN51 WFX is a 2001 Caterham Seven, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is GN51 WFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 WFX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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