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Q668MHK

1988 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,105 mi
Last recorded50,105 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1988 Caterham 723,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ668MHK
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 50,105 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 49,771 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 48,678 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 48,168 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 47,575 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 47,575 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 19 May 2009 47,326 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 May 2008 46,625 miles

Outer Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 May 2008 46,625 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Outer Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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Q668MHK is a 1988 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 23,874 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 Q668MHK, 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 38 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q668MHK registered?

Q668MHK is a 1988 Caterham 7, first registered on 16 May 1988.

Is Q668MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q668MHK shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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