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P862 DVJ

1996 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,104 mi
Last recorded35,104 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Caterham Super 719,701 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 DVJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 35,104 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 32,600 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 32,425 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 32,420 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 32,338 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 32,128 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 32,026 miles

park brake 16%

Pass 16 May 2018 31,941 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 31,876 miles

very bad coolant leak

Pass 11 May 2016 31,559 miles

coolant leak

wipers deteriorating

Pass 25 Mar 2015 31,209 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 30,738 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 30,733 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 30,366 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 30,361 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 29,764 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 29,764 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 28,931 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 28,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 27,167 miles

perrishing cracks in o/s/f tyre

security of front number plate ?

Pass 3 Aug 2007 26,603 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 25,708 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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P862 DVJ is a 1996 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1996 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 19,701 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P862 DVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 30 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P862 DVJ registered?

P862 DVJ is a 1996 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P862 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P862 DVJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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