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P25 TGY

1997 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

21,445 mi
Last recorded21,445 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP25 TGY
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 21,445 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 21,444 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 21,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 21,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2023 21,209 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 20,992 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 20,928 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 20,871 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 20,702 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 20,527 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 20,372 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 20,230 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 20,064 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 20,000 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 19,896 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 19,741 miles

front brake discs scored

Pass 23 Apr 2010 19,016 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 19,016 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Nearside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber casing damaged externally so the unit does not function (2.7.2a)

Offside Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 18,879 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 18,847 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

oil leak front engine

Pass 7 Jun 2008 18,238 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 17,426 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 16,828 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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P25 TGY is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1997 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 18,697 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P25 TGY, 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 29 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P25 TGY registered?

P25 TGY is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P25 TGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P25 TGY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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