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L811 VTR

1994 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

26,877 mi
Last recorded26,877 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Caterham Super 726,476 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL811 VTR
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 26,877 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 26,812 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 26,802 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 26,705 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 26,662 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 26,584 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 26,548 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 26,494 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 26,458 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 26,415 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 26,290 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 26,183 miles

Nearside front tyre cracking on inside side wall

Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,867 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 25,604 miles

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,170 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 24,589 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 24,576 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 25,519 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 24,172 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 23,288 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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L811 VTR is a 1994 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1994 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 26,476 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L811 VTR, 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 32 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L811 VTR registered?

L811 VTR is a 1994 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L811 VTR safe to buy?

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