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LF51 FZH

2001 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,811 mi
Last recorded9,811 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven17,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 FZH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 9,811 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear rubber mounting split (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 9,799 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective Rear rubber mounting split (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 9,523 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 9,461 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2022 9,461 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 9,416 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 9,394 miles

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

rear diff leak

Pass 4 Sep 2019 9,362 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 9,276 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 9,276 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 9,162 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 8,987 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 8,606 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 8,180 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,180 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 8,109 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 7,661 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 7,433 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 7,223 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 6,936 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 6,579 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 6,321 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2006 6,309 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2005 5,788 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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LF51 FZH is a 2001 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 17,134 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 Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF51 FZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 25 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LF51 FZH registered?

LF51 FZH is a 2001 Caterham Seven, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is LF51 FZH safe to buy?

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