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C7 TVS

1990 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,118 mi
Last recorded15,118 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 1990 Caterham 715,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 TVS
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2024 15,118 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively nearside front and offside rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 15,024 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 14,817 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 14,814 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 14,754 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 14,750 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 14,739 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 14,660 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 14,651 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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C7 TVS is a 1990 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,071 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 C7 TVS, 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 36 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C7 TVS?

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What year was C7 TVS registered?

C7 TVS is a 1990 Caterham 7, first registered on 30 March 1990.

Is C7 TVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 TVS shows 9 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 C7 TVS have outstanding finance?

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