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P862 SWC

1997 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,687 mi
Last recorded6,687 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP862 SWC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2013 6,687 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,798 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2012 4,798 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2011 2,590 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 2,436 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 2,418 miles

n/s/o/s/r shock absorber lower bushs advance wear

Pass 2 Apr 2008 2,347 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 36,264 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 36,100 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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P862 SWC is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P862 SWC, 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 P862 SWC registered?

P862 SWC is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P862 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P862 SWC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P862 SWC have outstanding finance?

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