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Q493NYA

1986 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,880 mi
Last recorded23,880 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ493NYA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 23,880 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 23,868 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2013 23,279 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel filter hose slightly damp

Pass 24 May 2010 22,348 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 21,766 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 21,074 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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Q493NYA is a 1986 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Q493NYA, 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 40 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q493NYA registered?

Q493NYA is a 1986 Caterham Seven, first registered on 11 March 1986.

Is Q493NYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q493NYA shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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