MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
21,574 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
rear foot and hand brake imbalance
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)
How Reliable is the Caterham 7?
Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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Q385ABL is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 Q385ABL, 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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How do I check the history of Q385ABL?
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What year was Q385ABL registered?
Q385ABL is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 6 October 1997.
Is Q385ABL safe to buy?
The MOT history for Q385ABL shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does Q385ABL have outstanding finance?
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