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R961 PHC

1998 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,070 mi
Last recorded29,070 miles
Recorded on7 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 PHC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 May 2022 29,070 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 28,344 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 26,837 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 26,536 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 25,606 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,501 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,666 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

emission test visual only (passed)

winderscreen cracked but not in swept area

Pass 10 Aug 2013 21,835 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 20,597 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 19,230 miles

tyre tread depths getting low

Pass 10 Jul 2010 18,050 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 16,669 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 15,429 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 14,775 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)

Pass 24 Jun 2006 12,847 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2005 10,259 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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R961 PHC is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R961 PHC, 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 R961 PHC registered?

R961 PHC is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R961 PHC safe to buy?

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