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W179 AGK

2000 Caterham Super 7

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,183 mi
Last recorded6,183 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Caterham Super 713,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW179 AGK
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 6,183 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 6,022 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 5,900 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 5,794 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 5,561 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 5,558 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 4,742 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 4,383 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 4,233 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 4,233 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 4,027 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 4,027 miles

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 3,084 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 3,078 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 3,055 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 3,022 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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W179 AGK is a 2000 Caterham Super 7 in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 13,973 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 W179 AGK, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W179 AGK registered?

W179 AGK is a 2000 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W179 AGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W179 AGK shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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