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M17 BAW

1997 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,174 mi
Last recorded24,174 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 BAW
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2023 24,174 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 23,705 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 22,382 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 21,540 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 21,150 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 20,648 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 20,098 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 19,702 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 19,359 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,049 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 17,266 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 15,745 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 14,204 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2006 11,537 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 9,653 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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M17 BAW is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M17 BAW, 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.

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What year was M17 BAW registered?

M17 BAW is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is M17 BAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 BAW shows 15 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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