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R321 MNN

1997 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

19,469 mi
Last recorded19,469 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Caterham Super 717,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR321 MNN
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 19,469 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff n/s seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2026 19,469 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff n/s seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Engine mounting bracket fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 18,753 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 17,939 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 17,478 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 17,049 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight leak and sump bung advise need washer (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 16,255 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 15,923 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 15,246 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 14,519 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 13,884 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 13,294 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2015 13,299 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 12,646 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 12,109 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 11,537 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 10,967 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 9,982 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 8,978 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 8,174 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 7,172 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 6,273 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 6,273 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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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R321 MNN is a 1997 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 R321 MNN, 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 R321 MNN registered?

R321 MNN is a 1997 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R321 MNN safe to buy?

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