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B7 UMM

1997 Caterham 7

Yellow Other 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,289 mi
Last recorded12,289 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB7 UMM
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2025 12,289 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 7,544 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 3,958 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 9,446 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 7,155 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 4,803 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 2,217 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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B7 UMM is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,588cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 18,697 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B7 UMM, 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 29 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B7 UMM registered?

B7 UMM is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is B7 UMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B7 UMM shows 7 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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