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AJ13 HBU

2013 Caterham 7

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,538 mi
Last recorded20,538 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ13 HBU
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 20,538 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 19,691 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 19,075 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 18,413 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 17,293 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 16,496 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 15,144 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 13,816 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 12,358 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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AJ13 HBU is a 2013 Caterham 7 in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AJ13 HBU, 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 13 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ13 HBU registered?

AJ13 HBU is a 2013 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 July 2013.

Is AJ13 HBU safe to buy?

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