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C7 SVE

2008 Caterham Super 7

Blue Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

35,399 mi
Last recorded35,399 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Caterham Super 711,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 SVE
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 35,399 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 34,783 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 33,999 miles

Front standard number plate fitted at testing station

Fail 17 Sep 2018 33,996 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Front standard number plate fitted at testing station

Pass 18 Sep 2017 31,072 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 31,072 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 29,262 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 29,262 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rose joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 29,213 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 29,135 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 28,983 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 27,322 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 24,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 24,992 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 13,697 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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C7 SVE is a 2008 Caterham Super 7 in Blue with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 11,264 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 SVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 SVE registered?

C7 SVE is a 2008 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is C7 SVE safe to buy?

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