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T57 XCD

1998 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

7,820 mi
Last recorded7,820 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT57 XCD
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2021 7,820 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 6,982 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 5,889 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 4,928 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 3,519 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 3,229 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 2,052 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 2,052 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 264 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 133 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 5,336 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 4,699 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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T57 XCD is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 T57 XCD, 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 T57 XCD registered?

T57 XCD is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is T57 XCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T57 XCD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T57 XCD have outstanding finance?

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