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P528 TMX

1997 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

76,622 mi
Last recorded76,622 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP528 TMX
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 76,622 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 75,888 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 75,427 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 75,245 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2022 75,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/16 Yokohama (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jul 2021 73,214 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2020 72,980 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 72,860 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 71,490 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 70,939 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 70,489 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 68,112 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 66,454 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 64,098 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 61,646 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 57,628 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 55,111 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 50,949 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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P528 TMX is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P528 TMX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P528 TMX registered?

P528 TMX is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P528 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P528 TMX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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