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P7 SRF

1997 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

3,452 mi
Last recorded3,452 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP7 SRF
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 3,452 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 3,393 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2024 3,387 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 3,376 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 3,376 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 3,366 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 3,338 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 3,311 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 3,256 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 3,242 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 3,227 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 3,214 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 3,158 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 2,999 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 2,812 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 2,696 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 2,415 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 2,294 miles

slight play in o/s suspension

Pass 23 Apr 2008 935 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 18,396 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 17,074 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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P7 SRF is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P7 SRF, 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 P7 SRF registered?

P7 SRF is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P7 SRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P7 SRF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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