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Q258EPV

1990 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,256 mi
Last recorded30,256 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 1990 Caterham 715,071 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ258EPV
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 30,256 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 30,018 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 29,748 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2012 29,429 miles

Both rear shock absorbers oily.

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Play in nearside front wheel bearing.

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

Pass 2 Jun 2012 29,429 miles

Both rear shock absorbers oily.

Play in nearside front wheel bearing.

Slight play in offside front wheel bearing.

Pass 9 Jun 2010 27,287 miles

front reg plate not standard

Pass 8 Jun 2009 25,781 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 24,982 miles

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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Q258EPV is a 1990 Caterham 7 in Black with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 15,071 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Q258EPV, 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 36 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q258EPV registered?

Q258EPV is a 1990 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is Q258EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q258EPV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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