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P538 WKX

1997 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,235 mi
Last recorded30,235 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP538 WKX
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 30,235 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 29,336 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 29,127 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,138 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 26,378 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2010 26,376 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 24,553 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 23,140 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 20,234 miles

all tyres on the limit

front indicator bulbs discoulered

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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P538 WKX is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P538 WKX, 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 P538 WKX registered?

P538 WKX is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P538 WKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P538 WKX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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