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R500 XXY

1998 Caterham Super 7

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,799 mi
Last recorded22,799 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2014
Typical for 1998 Caterham Super 718,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 XXY
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2014 22,799 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 22,326 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Dec 2013 22,326 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 22,273 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 21,618 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 21,618 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 20,478 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 20,300 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 18,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 16,053 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 13,800 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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R500 XXY is a 1998 Caterham Super 7 in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R500 XXY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R500 XXY?

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What year was R500 XXY registered?

R500 XXY is a 1998 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is R500 XXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 XXY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R500 XXY have outstanding finance?

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