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M888 UFO

1997 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

29,034 mi
Last recorded29,034 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM888 UFO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 29,034 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2018 25,245 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 21,030 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 19,149 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 18,559 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 17,864 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

engine coolant hoses perished & cracked,bottom hose by clip at engine very bad!

rear brake balance poor

slight play in steering rack pinion

tyres appear to be 2004

Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,864 miles

engine coolant hoses perished & cracked,bottom hose by clip at engine very bad!

rear brake balance poor

slight play in steering rack pinion

tyres appear to be 2004

Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,320 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 15,256 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 14,617 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 12,823 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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M888 UFO is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,790 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 M888 UFO, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M888 UFO registered?

M888 UFO is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is M888 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M888 UFO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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