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P778 RGV

1997 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,208 mi
Last recorded19,208 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP778 RGV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 19,208 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 18,922 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 18,842 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 18,836 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 18,763 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 18,763 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 18,608 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 17,837 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 17,532 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 17,417 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 17,164 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 17,069 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 16,619 miles

oil leak rear diff

Fail 6 May 2014 16,619 miles

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

oil leak rear diff

Pass 29 Apr 2013 16,163 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 15,761 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,766 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 11,647 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 10,885 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 10,378 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,733 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 9,223 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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P778 RGV is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P778 RGV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P778 RGV registered?

P778 RGV is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is P778 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P778 RGV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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