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G344 PWT

1989 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 2100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

8,138 mi
Last recorded8,138 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Caterham Super 724,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG344 PWT
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,100cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 8,138 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2026 8,138 miles

Direction indicator not working ALL (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 8,138 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 8,139 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 8,139 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 8,139 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 8,139 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel pipe leaking at tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering column has an unsafe modification column rubbing on brake pedal (2.2.2 (e))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down column bearing (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Steering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment coupling bolts (2.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

front wheel geometry incorrect

Pass 18 Nov 2021 8,138 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 8,138 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 8,138 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 8,138 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 8,138 miles

All direction indicators not working indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative hazard light not working (4.4.1 (e))

Fail 27 Sep 2019 8,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2019 8,138 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 8,142 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 8,138 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 7,834 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 7,788 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 7,625 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 7,311 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 6,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Sep 2010 44,510 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 44,502 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4) DANGEROUS

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 3,304 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 2,862 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 22,410 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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G344 PWT is a 1989 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 2,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G344 PWT, 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.

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What year was G344 PWT registered?

G344 PWT is a 1989 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G344 PWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for G344 PWT shows 26 tests with a 65.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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