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P344 EFJ

1997 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,959 mi
Last recorded14,959 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 EFJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 14,959 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 14,092 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 13,120 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 13,037 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 12,531 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 11,820 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 11,515 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 11,198 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 11,198 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 10,391 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2015 10,391 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

coolant pipe chaffing on steering colume

Pass 22 Feb 2014 10,116 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 9,439 miles

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

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

rear exhaust mount

Pass 24 Feb 2012 8,453 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 7,401 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 7,285 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 6,886 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 6,451 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 6,132 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 5,632 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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P344 EFJ is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P344 EFJ, 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 P344 EFJ registered?

P344 EFJ is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P344 EFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 EFJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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