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A7 VXC

1997 Caterham Super 7

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,796 mi
Last recorded22,796 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 VXC
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2025 22,796 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 22,628 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 22,507 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 22,195 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 21,661 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 21,541 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 21,241 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 21,046 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 20,075 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 19,885 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE DETRIATED

Pass 6 Jun 2009 19,322 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 May 2008 18,923 miles

FRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 18,317 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2006 17,198 miles

both sides front brake pads worn to excess

both sides rear inner brake pads not visable

some roughness in offside front wheel bearings

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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A7 VXC is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,365 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 A7 VXC, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 VXC registered?

A7 VXC is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A7 VXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 VXC shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A7 VXC have outstanding finance?

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