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P449 OTP

1997 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,360 mi
Last recorded17,360 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP449 OTP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2021 17,360 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 17,007 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 16,644 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 16,298 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,999 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 15,523 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 15,128 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 14,571 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 13,950 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 13,830 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 13,548 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,799 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 12,637 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 11,944 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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P449 OTP is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P449 OTP, 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 P449 OTP registered?

P449 OTP is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P449 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P449 OTP shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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