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M7 RPW

1995 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,265 mi
Last recorded15,265 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
Typical for 1995 Caterham 717,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 RPW
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2024 15,265 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 14,790 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 14,107 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 13,692 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 13,437 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 13,167 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 12,552 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 11,806 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 11,277 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 10,710 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 9,848 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 8,725 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 7,947 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 7,479 miles

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

offside front brake hose twisted

Pass 18 May 2010 7,350 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 6,939 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 6,727 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 6,424 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 6,193 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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M7 RPW is a 1995 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 17,747 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 M7 RPW, 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 31 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M7 RPW?

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What year was M7 RPW registered?

M7 RPW is a 1995 Caterham 7, first registered on 13 April 1995.

Is M7 RPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M7 RPW shows 19 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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