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P339 GPG

1997 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,313 mi
Last recorded26,313 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP339 GPG
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 26,313 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 25,677 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 25,275 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 24,463 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 23,226 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 23,226 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 22,053 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2011 20,620 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 20,620 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 16,924 miles

front number plate cracked

Pass 19 Feb 2009 16,815 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front number plate cracked

interior mirror cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2008 16,055 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 15,665 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 14,619 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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P339 GPG is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,365 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 P339 GPG, 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 29 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P339 GPG registered?

P339 GPG is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P339 GPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P339 GPG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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