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A7 MUG

1998 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

27,357 mi
Last recorded27,357 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 MUG
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 27,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 27,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 27,147 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 27,108 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 26,779 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 26,779 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 26,494 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 25,885 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 25,883 miles

Nearside Lower Fuel tank leaking by support bracket (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 25,127 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 24,200 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 Mar 2016 24,200 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 22,339 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 20,727 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 19,253 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 17,466 miles

r tyres on legal limit

Fail 19 Mar 2012 17,462 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

r tyres on legal limit

Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,238 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 13,060 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 10,522 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 8,419 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 7,047 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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A7 MUG is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1998 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 15,265 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 MUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A7 MUG registered?

A7 MUG is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 November 1998.

Is A7 MUG safe to buy?

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