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PVL 231V

2006 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,731 mi
Last recorded9,731 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Caterham Super 713,647 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVL 231V
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 9,731 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 9,084 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 8,305 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 6,908 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 6,147 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 6,130 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 6,058 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 5,924 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 5,693 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 5,693 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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PVL 231V is a 2006 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 13,647 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 PVL 231V, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVL 231V registered?

PVL 231V is a 2006 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is PVL 231V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVL 231V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVL 231V have outstanding finance?

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