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C7 BNS

1998 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,997 mi
Last recorded8,997 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 BNS
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 8,997 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 8,953 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 8,873 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 8,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 8,604 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 8,569 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 8,422 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 8,201 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 7,912 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 7,673 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 7,573 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 7,473 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 7,473 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 7,291 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 6,940 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2010 6,653 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 6,653 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 6,034 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 5,757 miles

lower axle support bush has advanced wear

Pass 23 Oct 2007 5,450 miles

rear diff. mount to chassis deteriating

Pass 25 Oct 2006 5,142 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 4,600 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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C7 BNS is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 15,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C7 BNS, 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 28 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 BNS registered?

C7 BNS is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is C7 BNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 BNS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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