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GN61 CZD

2011 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

13,099 mi
Last recorded13,099 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Caterham 710,405 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN61 CZD
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2011
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 13,099 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 13,094 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 13,079 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 12,963 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 12,226 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 12,217 miles

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 11,398 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 10,067 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 7,689 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 5,291 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 5,269 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 4,380 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 3,955 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2014 3,955 miles

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

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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GN61 CZD is a 2011 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GN61 CZD, 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 GN61 CZD registered?

GN61 CZD is a 2011 Caterham 7, first registered on 15 September 2011.

Is GN61 CZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN61 CZD shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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