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50+ data pointsMOT History
rear chassis corroded
small hole in offside floor pan
suspension componants corroded
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
brakes binding slightly
rear chassis tubes corroded
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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How do I check the history of OVL 481V?
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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?
The MOT history for OVL 481V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does OVL 481V have outstanding finance?
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