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H879 KPL

1991 Caterham Super 7

Yellow Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,961 mi
Last recorded7,961 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2016
Typical for 1991 Caterham Super 727,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH879 KPL
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1991
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2016 7,961 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 7,961 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 7,732 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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H879 KPL is a 1991 Caterham Super 7 in Yellow with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H879 KPL, 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 H879 KPL registered?

H879 KPL is a 1991 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 25 April 1991.

Is H879 KPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H879 KPL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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