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C7 CYA

1998 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,590 mi
Last recorded12,590 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2008
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 CYA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2008 12,590 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 12,590 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 12,099 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 10,281 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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C7 CYA is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,626 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 Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 CYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C7 CYA?

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What year was C7 CYA registered?

C7 CYA is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is C7 CYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 CYA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C7 CYA have outstanding finance?

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