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P961 SGV

1997 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,280 mi
Last recorded19,280 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 SGV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 19,280 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 19,246 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 19,235 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm-3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

handbrake effort low

Pass 19 Jun 2017 19,102 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 19,096 miles

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 18,817 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 17,868 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2012 17,868 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 16,865 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 16,865 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 15,772 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 12,445 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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P961 SGV is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P961 SGV, 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 P961 SGV registered?

P961 SGV is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P961 SGV safe to buy?

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