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M47 LYR

1994 Caterham Seven

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,694 mi
Last recorded1,694 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven17,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM47 LYR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1994
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 May 2019 1,694 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 1,255 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 676 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 2 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 45,118 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 44,338 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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M47 LYR is a 1994 Caterham Seven in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 M47 LYR, 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 M47 LYR registered?

M47 LYR is a 1994 Caterham Seven, first registered on 17 August 1994.

Is M47 LYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M47 LYR shows 6 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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