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Q455CMX

1998 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,045 mi
Last recorded9,045 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ455CMX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2009 9,045 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 8,729 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 8,492 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 7,149 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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Q455CMX is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 Q455CMX, 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 Q455CMX registered?

Q455CMX is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is Q455CMX safe to buy?

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