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S895 SBD

1998 Caterham Super 7

Yellow Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

61,762 mi
Last recorded61,762 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Caterham Super 718,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS895 SBD
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2019 61,762 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 61,560 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 61,110 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 60,173 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 58,259 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 56,434 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 52,687 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 51,467 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 51,467 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 43,994 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 39,649 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 37,338 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 32,203 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 32,203 miles

Nearside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 30,008 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 24,446 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 24,446 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Slight lift in steering rack bushes.

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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S895 SBD is a 1998 Caterham Super 7 in Yellow with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 S895 SBD, 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 S895 SBD registered?

S895 SBD is a 1998 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S895 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S895 SBD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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