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H7 RCY

1991 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,155 mi
Last recorded46,155 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1991 Caterham Super 727,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH7 RCY
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 46,155 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 45,921 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 45,342 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 44,917 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 44,398 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 43,944 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 43,944 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 42,830 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 41,869 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 41,841 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 39,181 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 35,509 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 35,502 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Pass 15 Oct 2009 35,357 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 34,578 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 34,080 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 30,914 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2005 26,939 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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H7 RCY is a 1991 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,923 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 H7 RCY, 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 35 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H7 RCY registered?

H7 RCY is a 1991 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 18 March 1991.

Is H7 RCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H7 RCY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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