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D591 GHT

1986 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,456 mi
Last recorded35,456 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD591 GHT
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 35,456 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 35,456 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2013 35,456 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 35,456 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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D591 GHT is a 1986 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D591 GHT, 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 40 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D591 GHT registered?

D591 GHT is a 1986 Caterham 7, first registered on 16 December 1986.

Is D591 GHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D591 GHT 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.

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