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Q181ABL

1996 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,340 mi
Last recorded37,340 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Caterham Seven19,568 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ181ABL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2025 37,340 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 34,761 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 32,082 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 30,023 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 27,093 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 26,397 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 23,856 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 21,026 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 17,224 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 14,617 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 13,579 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 11,864 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 9,041 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 8,673 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 8,661 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 8,088 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 6,205 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 4,677 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 1,074 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 20,471 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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Q181ABL is a 1996 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Q181ABL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q181ABL registered?

Q181ABL is a 1996 Caterham Seven, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is Q181ABL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q181ABL shows 20 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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