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Q192ACF

1971 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Caterham 717,179 mi
4 checks still locked for this Caterham
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ192ACF
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2012
Pass 24 Sep 2011
Pass 24 Sep 2010

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2009

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008
Fail 19 Sep 2008

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 14 Sep 2007
Fail 12 Sep 2007

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

rear fog light inoperative

slight exhaust blow from joint of lower inner front pipe and intermediate pipe (clamp missing)

Pass 4 Sep 2006
Pass 20 Aug 2005

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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Q192ACF is a 1971 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 17,179 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q192ACF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Caterham 7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of Q192ACF?

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What year was Q192ACF registered?

Q192ACF is a 1971 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is Q192ACF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q192ACF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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