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B9 SVN

1998 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 SVN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 4 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 4,557 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 3,066 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 3,066 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 1,419 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 3,775 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 3,578 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 3,426 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 325 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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B9 SVN is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 B9 SVN, 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 B9 SVN registered?

B9 SVN is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is B9 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 SVN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B9 SVN have outstanding finance?

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