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VO06 HWU

2006 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,046 mi
Last recorded19,046 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Caterham 711,420 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO06 HWU
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 19,046 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 19,036 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 18,165 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 18,158 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 17,875 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 17,875 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 17,534 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 17,532 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened scored (3.5.1i)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 14,474 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,164 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 10,376 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 8,115 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VO06 HWU is a 2006 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 11,420 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VO06 HWU, 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 20 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VO06 HWU registered?

VO06 HWU is a 2006 Caterham 7, first registered on 11 July 2006.

Is VO06 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO06 HWU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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