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Q247MVX

1998 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

29,029 mi
Last recorded29,029 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ247MVX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 29,029 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 28,460 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 28,360 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 28,174 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 27,672 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 26,052 miles

front nose cone and front number plate rattling

slight blow on exhaust

Fail 15 Aug 2011 26,052 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

alternator belt loose and slipping

front nose cone and front number plate rattling

slight blow on exhaust

Pass 22 Jun 2010 25,867 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 25,867 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 May 2009 25,141 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008 23,990 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 23,990 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 23,283 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 22,553 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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Q247MVX is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1998 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,626 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 Q247MVX, 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 28 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q247MVX registered?

Q247MVX is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 20 November 1998.

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