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H785 HPC

1990 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,017 mi
Last recorded39,017 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2015
Typical for 1990 Caterham Super 727,503 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH785 HPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2015 39,017 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 38,796 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 38,769 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 38,339 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 38,339 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 37,356 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 37,244 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 May 2011 37,208 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 35,646 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 35,102 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 35,079 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both front lower suspension trunions slight play

Pass 9 Jun 2008 34,085 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 34,085 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 31,319 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 28,300 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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H785 HPC is a 1990 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 27,503 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H785 HPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 36 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H785 HPC registered?

H785 HPC is a 1990 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 21 September 1990.

Is H785 HPC safe to buy?

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