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L7 KKO

1998 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

31,467 mi
Last recorded31,467 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 KKO
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 31,467 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 30,986 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 30,700 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 30,310 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2021 29,925 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 29,603 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2018 28,994 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 28,134 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 26,706 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 25,873 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 24,915 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 May 2014 24,048 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 21,133 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 3 May 2013 21,133 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 18,695 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 15,587 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 12,925 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 11,257 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 11,049 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 10,825 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 10,502 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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L7 KKO is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 15,265 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 L7 KKO, 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 28 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 KKO registered?

L7 KKO is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 16 July 1998.

Is L7 KKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 KKO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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