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Q87DPF

1989 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,842 mi
Last recorded41,842 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1989 Caterham Seven19,829 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ87DPF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2014 41,842 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 41,713 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 40,720 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 39,606 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 38,727 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 37,356 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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Q87DPF is a 1989 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Q87DPF, 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 Q87DPF registered?

Q87DPF is a 1989 Caterham Seven, first registered on 12 July 1989.

Is Q87DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q87DPF shows 6 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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