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R1 JXH

1997 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

25,267 mi
Last recorded25,267 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 JXH
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 25,267 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 25,012 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 24,636 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 24,159 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 23,912 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 22,761 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 21,944 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 21,127 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 20,333 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,867 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 18,867 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 18,762 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 18,446 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 18,024 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 18,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2011 17,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 15,898 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 15,533 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 15,533 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 13,993 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 12,314 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 10,465 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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R1 JXH is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 17,365 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R1 JXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 29 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R1 JXH registered?

R1 JXH is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R1 JXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 JXH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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