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P501 HAU

1997 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,245 mi
Last recorded33,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP501 HAU
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2016 33,245 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 32,950 miles

non standard cat fitted at time of test emissions passed.

slight oil leak from o/s/r hub seal not leaking over brake disc at time of test.

washer fluid low, poor pressure water still hitting windscreen at time of test.

Pass 29 Aug 2009 32,779 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 31,699 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 30,102 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 30,099 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 25,335 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 19,963 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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P501 HAU is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P501 HAU, 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 P501 HAU registered?

P501 HAU is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P501 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P501 HAU shows 8 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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