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K700 KAT

1996 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,302 mi
Last recorded31,302 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Super 719,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK700 KAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 31,302 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 30,944 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 30,666 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 30,666 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 30,495 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 30,336 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 29,627 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 29,022 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 27,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 26,926 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,492 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 26,420 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 26,343 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 24,843 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 23,342 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 18,168 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 18,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 15,023 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 13,174 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 13,174 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 12,319 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,438 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 11,438 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 17 May 2005 11,385 miles
Fail 17 May 2005 11,385 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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K700 KAT is a 1996 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 19,701 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 K700 KAT, 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 30 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 K700 KAT registered?

K700 KAT is a 1996 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is K700 KAT safe to buy?

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