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S267 BBV

1998 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,100 mi
Last recorded26,100 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS267 BBV
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 26,100 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 26,100 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 25,655 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,442 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 21,120 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 18,841 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 16,782 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 13,789 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,877 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 5,445 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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S267 BBV is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S267 BBV, 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 S267 BBV registered?

S267 BBV is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 9 November 1998.

Is S267 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S267 BBV shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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