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W617 DKJ

1999 Caterham Super 7

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,216 mi
Last recorded15,216 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Caterham Super 717,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW617 DKJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 15,216 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 15,216 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 14,356 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 13,614 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 12,991 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 12,567 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 12,266 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both rear brakes are binding

Pass 29 Jul 2013 11,734 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 11,734 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 11,604 miles

gearbox oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2008 10,940 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 9,268 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 7,806 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

near side front brake binding on slightly

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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W617 DKJ is a 1999 Caterham Super 7 in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 W617 DKJ, 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 W617 DKJ registered?

W617 DKJ is a 1999 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W617 DKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W617 DKJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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