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C8 TUM

1995 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,596 mi
Last recorded28,596 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 1995 Caterham Seven22,546 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 TUM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 28,596 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 28,572 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2021 28,572 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 28,531 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 28,439 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 28,140 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 27,999 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 27,989 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 27,837 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 27,571 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 27,079 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 27,079 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 26,724 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 26,363 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 25,980 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 25,194 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 24,520 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 23,890 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 22,740 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 22,299 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 22,299 miles

Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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C8 TUM is a 1995 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1995 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 22,546 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 C8 TUM, 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 31 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C8 TUM registered?

C8 TUM is a 1995 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 May 1995.

Is C8 TUM safe to buy?

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