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R116 GGY

1998 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

281 mi
Last recorded281 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Caterham Super 718,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR116 GGY
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 281 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 281 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 262 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 163 miles

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

reverse light lens damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2020 152 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 150 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 115 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 71 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 8,597 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 8,592 miles

no windscreen fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,589 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,511 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 7,901 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 7,786 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 7,786 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2006 7,111 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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R116 GGY is a 1998 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 18,383 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R116 GGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R116 GGY?

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What year was R116 GGY registered?

R116 GGY is a 1998 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R116 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R116 GGY shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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