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R939 GGY

1998 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,028 mi
Last recorded16,028 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR939 GGY
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 May 2019 16,028 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 14,805 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 14,376 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 13,561 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 13,506 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,298 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 13,083 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 12,983 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 12,819 miles

hand brake may require attention in near future.

Pass 23 Jun 2010 12,401 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 11,888 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,497 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 11,262 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 10,900 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R939 GGY is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R939 GGY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R939 GGY registered?

R939 GGY is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R939 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R939 GGY shows 14 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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