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GN55 FEP

2005 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,394 mi
Last recorded9,394 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Caterham 711,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 FEP
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2020 9,394 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 9,000 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 8,199 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 5,971 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 5,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

both rack boots perished on ends

Pass 11 Jul 2014 3,573 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 3,240 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 2,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 2,729 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 2,264 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 1,651 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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GN55 FEP is a 2005 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GN55 FEP, 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 GN55 FEP registered?

GN55 FEP is a 2005 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is GN55 FEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 FEP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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