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KP54 BFO

2004 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

4,381 mi
Last recorded4,381 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2004 Caterham 715,867 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP54 BFO
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 4,381 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Roll-bar cage nearside front mount bolt sheared-off

Fail 20 Jun 2018 4,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working and rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Roll-bar cage nearside front mount bolt sheared-off

Fail 18 May 2017 3,776 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 3,456 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 2,533 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 1,986 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 19,795 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

o/s front brake efficiency low

Pass 3 Apr 2012 905 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 905 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 5,923 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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KP54 BFO is a 2004 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,867 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP54 BFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 22 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KP54 BFO registered?

KP54 BFO is a 2004 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 November 2004.

Is KP54 BFO safe to buy?

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