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Q505URL

1989 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,440 mi
Last recorded5,440 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 Caterham Seven19,829 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ505URL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 8 Jul 2022 5,440 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 5,177 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 4,878 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 4,878 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 4,589 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 4,554 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 4,180 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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Q505URL is a 1989 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 19,829 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 Q505URL, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q505URL registered?

Q505URL is a 1989 Caterham Seven, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is Q505URL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q505URL shows 7 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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