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W385 AKM

2000 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,440 mi
Last recorded22,440 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 2000 Caterham Super 713,973 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW385 AKM
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 22,440 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 22,270 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 21,720 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 19,952 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 16,613 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 14,422 miles

slight play n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 17 Feb 2012 13,788 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 13,218 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 12,394 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 11,593 miles

lift in lower ball joints

Fail 19 Feb 2009 11,590 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

lift in lower ball joints

Pass 27 Feb 2008 11,132 miles

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

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

front wheels lightly damaged on rims

Fail 25 Feb 2008 11,132 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

front wheels lightly damaged on rims

Pass 28 Feb 2007 10,054 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 8,522 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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W385 AKM is a 2000 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 W385 AKM, 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 W385 AKM registered?

W385 AKM is a 2000 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 11 May 2000.

Is W385 AKM safe to buy?

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