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L777 CTR

1997 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,742 mi
Last recorded13,742 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL777 CTR
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2024 13,742 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 13,571 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 13,295 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 13,072 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 12,782 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2020 12,782 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 12,545 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 12,157 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 12,157 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 11,707 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,201 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 10,822 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 10,822 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 10,804 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 10,687 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2014 10,687 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 10,220 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 8,587 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 8,566 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 8,425 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 8,354 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 8,287 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 8,284 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 8,038 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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L777 CTR is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 18,697 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 L777 CTR, 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 29 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L777 CTR registered?

L777 CTR is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is L777 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L777 CTR shows 24 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.

Does L777 CTR have outstanding finance?

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