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BC04 CAL

2004 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

28,918 mi
Last recorded28,918 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven16,509 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 CAL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 28,918 miles

unable to fully inspect front to rear brake pipes due to routing

Pass 17 Jun 2025 28,583 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 28,360 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 27,501 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 27,100 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 27,100 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 26,517 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 26,517 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 26,041 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 25,645 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 25,104 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 24,526 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 24,033 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 24,033 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,335 miles

both front rack boots perished

Pass 13 Oct 2014 22,758 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 21,523 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,871 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 18,308 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 15,883 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 13,586 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 10,053 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 5,618 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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BC04 CAL is a 2004 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,509 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 BC04 CAL, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BC04 CAL registered?

BC04 CAL is a 2004 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 August 2004.

Is BC04 CAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC04 CAL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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