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R300 MPB

2004 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

12,688 mi
Last recorded12,688 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Caterham Super 712,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 MPB
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 12,688 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 12,552 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 12,334 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 11,924 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 11,460 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 10,972 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 10,526 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 9,977 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 9,333 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 8,841 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 8,027 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 8,027 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 6,968 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 6,968 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 5,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2007 5,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 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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R300 MPB is a 2004 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,251 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R300 MPB, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R300 MPB registered?

R300 MPB is a 2004 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 29 July 2004.

Is R300 MPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 MPB shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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