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B405 RDB

1985 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,852 mi
Last recorded64,852 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB405 RDB
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 64,852 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 64,530 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 64,513 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 63,576 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 62,880 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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B405 RDB is a 1985 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B405 RDB, 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 41 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B405 RDB registered?

B405 RDB is a 1985 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is B405 RDB safe to buy?

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