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R68 TKR

1998 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

21,179 mi
Last recorded21,179 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Caterham Super 718,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR68 TKR
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2023 21,179 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 21,040 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 20,754 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 20,327 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 20,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 20,038 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 20,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 19,655 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 19,655 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 18,997 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 18,997 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 17,932 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 17,414 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 17,397 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 17,111 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 16,932 miles

Front wiper blade rubbers perished

Pass 23 Jul 2010 16,382 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 15,799 miles

nearside rack joint slight play

nearside rear anti roll bar link play

Fail 27 Jul 2009 15,799 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

nearside rack joint slight play

nearside rear anti roll bar link play

Pass 16 May 2008 15,453 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2007 14,717 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 13,442 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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R68 TKR is a 1998 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 R68 TKR, 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

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What year was R68 TKR registered?

R68 TKR is a 1998 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R68 TKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R68 TKR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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