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OVL 481V

1980 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,976 mi
Last recorded23,976 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVL 481V
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,976 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 23,976 miles

rear chassis corroded

small hole in offside floor pan

suspension componants corroded

Fail 21 Apr 2009 23,976 miles

All position lamps not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.A.2a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear chassis corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2007 23,976 miles

brakes binding slightly

rear chassis tubes corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2006 23,976 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

brakes binding slightly

parking brake eff low

rear flexible brake hose corroded

suggest brake strip and check

wiper rubbers in poor condition

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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OVL 481V is a 1980 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OVL 481V, 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 46 years old, this Caterham Seven is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OVL 481V registered?

OVL 481V is a 1980 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is OVL 481V safe to buy?

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