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Q609VMF

1996 Caterham 7

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

5,121 mi
Last recorded5,121 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Caterham 722,972 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ609VMF
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2018 5,121 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 4,980 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 4,712 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Jul 2016 4,712 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 4,710 miles

Battery tray corroded

Pass 4 May 2007 3,978 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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Q609VMF is a 1996 Caterham 7 in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 22,972 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Q609VMF, 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 30 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q609VMF registered?

Q609VMF is a 1996 Caterham 7, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is Q609VMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q609VMF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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