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GN11 HLR

2011 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

12,080 mi
Last recorded12,080 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Caterham 710,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN11 HLR
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 12,080 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 9,642 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2025 9,639 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 8,546 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 7,713 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 7,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 5,841 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 5,440 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2020 5,439 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 4,797 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2019 4,797 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2018 4,790 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 4,597 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 4,286 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 4,286 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 3,415 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 2,352 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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GN11 HLR is a 2011 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2011 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 10,405 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN11 HLR, 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 15 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN11 HLR registered?

GN11 HLR is a 2011 Caterham 7, first registered on 27 April 2011.

Is GN11 HLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN11 HLR shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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