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A7 KUB

1998 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,067 mi
Last recorded4,067 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 KUB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 4,067 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 3,990 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 3,928 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 3,709 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 3,709 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2017 3,649 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 3,626 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 3,456 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 3,066 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 3,066 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 May 2012 2,793 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 1,752 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 27 May 2011 1,752 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 May 2010 871 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 19 May 2010 871 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 1,715 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2009 1,715 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 1,262 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 11,505 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 9,468 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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A7 KUB is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A7 KUB, 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.

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What year was A7 KUB registered?

A7 KUB is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A7 KUB safe to buy?

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