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P200 HPC

1997 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,766 mi
Last recorded33,766 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP200 HPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 33,766 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 32,231 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,285 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2024 30,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 29,814 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 29,343 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2021 28,445 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2020 28,293 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 27,841 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 26,552 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 26,421 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 26,297 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 26,076 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 25,827 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 25,426 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 24,405 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

only just met emissions limits

Fail 7 Nov 2011 24,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

only just met emissions limits

Pass 10 May 2010 23,417 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 20,825 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 17,524 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 14,538 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 13,837 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 13,837 miles

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

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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P200 HPC is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P200 HPC, 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.

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What year was P200 HPC registered?

P200 HPC is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P200 HPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P200 HPC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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