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PPB 346W

1980 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,744 mi
Last recorded20,744 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPB 346W
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2014 20,744 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 20,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 20,732 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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PPB 346W is a 1980 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PPB 346W, 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 46 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PPB 346W registered?

PPB 346W is a 1980 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is PPB 346W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPB 346W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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