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M949 JPD

1994 Caterham 7

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,114 mi
Last recorded10,114 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2015
Typical for 1994 Caterham 717,709 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM949 JPD
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2015 10,114 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 5,905 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 1,949 miles

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

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

parking brake lever travel long

Pass 30 Aug 2012 4,828 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 4,818 miles

Centre Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 45,307 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 43,298 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 40,740 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 36,090 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 32,784 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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M949 JPD is a 1994 Caterham 7 in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1994 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 17,709 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 M949 JPD, 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 32 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M949 JPD registered?

M949 JPD is a 1994 Caterham 7, first registered on 12 September 1994.

Is M949 JPD safe to buy?

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