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L7 DUO

1997 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

20,086 mi
Last recorded20,086 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Caterham 718,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 DUO
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 20,086 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 19,812 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 19,794 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 19,570 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 19,415 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 19,048 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 18,663 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 18,523 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 18,153 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2013 16,800 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2013 16,800 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 16,249 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 14,629 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 14,629 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 14,123 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 11,678 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 11,224 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,543 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 31,002 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 31,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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L7 DUO is a 1997 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 18,697 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 L7 DUO, 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 29 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L7 DUO registered?

L7 DUO is a 1997 Caterham 7, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is L7 DUO safe to buy?

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