CarVerify

Free Car Check

F412 SHK

1989 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1700cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,601 mi
Last recorded31,601 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Caterham Super 724,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Caterham
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF412 SHK
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 31,601 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 30,880 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 30,447 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 29,929 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 29,608 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 29,130 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 28,852 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 28,542 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 28,296 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 28,296 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 28,022 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 27,336 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 26,609 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 26,162 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 25,571 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 24,882 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 24,430 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 23,956 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 23,124 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 22,022 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 19,819 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
Full Caterham Super 7 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F412 SHK is a 1989 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 24,882 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 F412 SHK, 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 37 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F412 SHK?

You can check the full history of F412 SHK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F412 SHK registered?

F412 SHK is a 1989 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is F412 SHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F412 SHK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F412 SHK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F412 SHK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.