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W779 WFG

2000 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

12,042 mi
Last recorded12,042 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Caterham 716,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW779 WFG
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 12,042 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 12,042 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 10,706 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 10,566 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 10,326 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 10,063 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 9,967 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 9,624 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 8,991 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 8,410 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 7,928 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 7,285 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 6,486 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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W779 WFG is a 2000 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 16,478 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 W779 WFG, 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 26 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was W779 WFG registered?

W779 WFG is a 2000 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is W779 WFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W779 WFG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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