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Y997 UKL

2001 Caterham Super 7

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

73,042 mi
Last recorded73,042 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Caterham Super 714,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY997 UKL
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019 73,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 70,168 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 67,665 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 64,618 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 May 2016 64,617 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 61,483 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 57,846 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 55,180 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 51,346 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 47,829 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

slight lift in front lower susp joints

Pass 26 Mar 2010 44,371 miles

rear tyres low

Pass 3 Apr 2009 40,201 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 36,011 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 32,042 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 26,907 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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Y997 UKL is a 2001 Caterham Super 7 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 14,212 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 Y997 UKL, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y997 UKL registered?

Y997 UKL is a 2001 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y997 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y997 UKL shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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