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C7 BDR

1989 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1690cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,180 mi
Last recorded39,180 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Caterham Super 724,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 BDR
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,690cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 39,180 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 38,896 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2016 38,603 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 38,582 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 May 2015 38,205 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 37,887 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 37,624 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 37,525 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 37,156 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 37,156 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 37,012 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 36,851 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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C7 BDR is a 1989 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,690cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 24,882 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 BDR, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C7 BDR registered?

C7 BDR is a 1989 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 10 October 1989.

Is C7 BDR safe to buy?

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