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C5 EVN

2009 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,005 mi
Last recorded23,005 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Caterham 79,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 EVN
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 23,005 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 21,834 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 18,912 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 15,468 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 15,468 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 13,696 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2022 13,696 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 12,375 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2021 12,374 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2020 11,560 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 10,784 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 9,984 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 8,674 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 7,538 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 7,538 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 6,984 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 6,182 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 5,157 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 3,430 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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C5 EVN is a 2009 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 9,455 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C5 EVN, 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 17 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C5 EVN registered?

C5 EVN is a 2009 Caterham 7, first registered on 12 June 2009.

Is C5 EVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 EVN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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