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FN55 ASV

2005 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,883 mi
Last recorded7,883 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Caterham 711,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN55 ASV
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 May 2013 7,883 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 7,071 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 6,904 miles

rear suspension noisy

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 May 2010 5,837 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 3,119 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 3,099 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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FN55 ASV is a 2005 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 11,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FN55 ASV, 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 21 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FN55 ASV registered?

FN55 ASV is a 2005 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is FN55 ASV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN55 ASV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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