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V7 HPD

1999 Caterham Super 7

Orange Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

22,750 mi
Last recorded22,750 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Caterham Super 717,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 HPD
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 22,750 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 90,166 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 90,166 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2017 21,680 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 19,560 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 18,945 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 18,819 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear no plate light poor connenections needs some tlc

Pass 19 Mar 2014 16,050 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 15,857 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 15,230 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 14,299 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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V7 HPD is a 1999 Caterham Super 7 in Orange with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 17,164 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 V7 HPD, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V7 HPD registered?

V7 HPD is a 1999 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V7 HPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V7 HPD 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.

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