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R347 BMX

1997 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,137 mi
Last recorded38,137 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 BMX
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 May 2012 38,137 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 36,845 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 35,595 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 28,916 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 20,675 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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R347 BMX is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 18,697 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R347 BMX, 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 29 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R347 BMX registered?

R347 BMX is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R347 BMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 BMX shows 5 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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