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CFR 453R

1997 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,754 mi
Last recorded21,754 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFR 453R
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 21,754 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 21,754 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 21,754 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 21,754 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 21,754 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2015 19,964 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 19,487 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 19,142 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 17,063 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 15,956 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 15,200 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 14,098 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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CFR 453R is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,365 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 CFR 453R, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CFR 453R registered?

CFR 453R is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is CFR 453R safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFR 453R shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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