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P698 BJU

1996 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,459 mi
Last recorded11,459 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven19,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP698 BJU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 11,459 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 11,337 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 11,327 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2016 11,318 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 11,301 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 11,175 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 11,019 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 10,883 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 10,656 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 10,368 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 10,290 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 10,290 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 10,176 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 10,145 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 9,777 miles

Fuel cap seal perished.

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Jul 2005 9,326 miles

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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P698 BJU is a 1996 Caterham Seven in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 19,568 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 Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P698 BJU, 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 30 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P698 BJU registered?

P698 BJU is a 1996 Caterham Seven, first registered on 7 August 1996.

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