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M139 HPL

1994 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,043 mi
Last recorded16,043 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2009
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven17,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM139 HPL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2009 16,043 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 15,588 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 20 Sep 2006 14,848 miles

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

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

off side hand brake performance low

Pass 12 Aug 2005 13,131 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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M139 HPL is a 1994 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 17,281 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M139 HPL, 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 32 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M139 HPL registered?

M139 HPL is a 1994 Caterham Seven, first registered on 4 August 1994.

Is M139 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M139 HPL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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