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R778 CUJ

1998 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,041 mi
Last recorded23,041 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 CUJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2022 23,041 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 22,924 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 22,660 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 22,439 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 21,742 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 21,685 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 21,609 miles

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 21,088 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 20,966 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 20,544 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 18,134 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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R778 CUJ is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,626 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R778 CUJ, 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 28 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R778 CUJ registered?

R778 CUJ is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 16 March 1998.

Is R778 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R778 CUJ shows 11 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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