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R400 PPH

1998 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,012 mi
Last recorded31,012 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR400 PPH
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2022 31,012 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 30,067 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 28,709 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 28,610 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 28,514 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 28,357 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 28,274 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 28,230 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 28,077 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,696 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 27,509 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 26,923 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 26,129 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 24,622 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 23,548 miles

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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R400 PPH is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 15,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R400 PPH, 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 28 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R400 PPH registered?

R400 PPH is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R400 PPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R400 PPH shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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