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G682 CJN

1990 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

26,020 mi
Last recorded26,020 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1990 Caterham Seven29,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG682 CJN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1990
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 26,020 miles

Emissions fluctuating

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

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

Rear fuel lines perishing

Pass 6 Oct 2022 26,007 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 25,954 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 25,905 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 25,900 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 25,895 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 25,889 miles

Slight bind offside front brake

Nearside front tyre wearing low

Pass 20 Jun 2015 25,884 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 25,872 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 25,766 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 25,582 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,463 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 25,176 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

slight play at top of steering column

Pass 29 Jun 2009 24,789 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 24,071 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 23,482 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 23,103 miles

Slight play in nearside front lower trunnion.

Fail 27 Jun 2006 23,101 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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G682 CJN is a 1990 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1990 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 29,004 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G682 CJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 36 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G682 CJN registered?

G682 CJN is a 1990 Caterham Seven, first registered on 13 March 1990.

Is G682 CJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G682 CJN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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