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Q187RFB

1997 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,073 mi
Last recorded30,073 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Seven18,790 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ187RFB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 18 Jun 2026 30,073 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 28,582 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 27,530 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 26,076 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 24,724 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 22,215 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 20,973 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 20,048 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 19,051 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 17,918 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 16,644 miles

No windscreen fitted at time of test

Pass 19 May 2015 15,416 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 13,936 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 12,526 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 10,787 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,029 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 7,054 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 55,733 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 3,760 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 2,406 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,540 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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Q187RFB is a 1997 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Q187RFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q187RFB registered?

Q187RFB is a 1997 Caterham Seven, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is Q187RFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q187RFB shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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