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C7 VXL

1991 Caterham Super 7

Blue Petrol 1890cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,445 mi
Last recorded3,445 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Caterham Super 727,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 VXL
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,890cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 3,445 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 3,360 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 3,198 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 2,853 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 2,853 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 2,083 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 1,283 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 1,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2018 1,124 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2017
Pass 23 Apr 2016 180 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 52,857 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 52,847 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 52,070 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 47,870 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 47,253 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 46,298 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 46,071 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 44,581 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 43,659 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 42,070 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 VXL is a 1991 Caterham Super 7 in Blue with a 1,890cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,923 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VXL, 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 35 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 VXL registered?

C7 VXL is a 1991 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is C7 VXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 VXL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C7 VXL have outstanding finance?

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