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A500 DPH

1983 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,843 mi
Last recorded52,843 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA500 DPH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jan 2008 52,843 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 52,002 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 50,775 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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A500 DPH is a 1983 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A500 DPH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 43 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A500 DPH registered?

A500 DPH is a 1983 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A500 DPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A500 DPH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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