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P906 DFT

1997 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

34,453 mi
Last recorded34,453 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP906 DFT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 34,453 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 33,921 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 32,124 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 32,124 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 29,883 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 29,118 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 29,118 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 28,998 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 28,998 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 24,326 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 24,326 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2010 23,569 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 23,569 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 20,511 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 18,737 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 17,743 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 17,743 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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P906 DFT is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P906 DFT, 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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How do I check the history of P906 DFT?

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What year was P906 DFT registered?

P906 DFT is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P906 DFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P906 DFT shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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