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H642 POF

1991 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

23,245 mi
Last recorded23,245 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 1991 Caterham Seven29,357 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH642 POF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 23,245 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2026 23,245 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 22,868 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 22,863 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested brake fluid leaking. (1.2.1 (g))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 22,688 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 22,230 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 22,103 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 21,594 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 20,535 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 20,137 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 18,251 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 17,778 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 17,217 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 16,998 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 16,672 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 16,274 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 15,834 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 15,585 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 15,556 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 15,317 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 15,017 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 14,792 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 14,125 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 13,924 miles

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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H642 POF is a 1991 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1991 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 29,357 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 H642 POF, 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 35 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H642 POF registered?

H642 POF is a 1991 Caterham Seven, first registered on 16 May 1991.

Is H642 POF safe to buy?

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