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C7 SVU

2008 Caterham 7

Multi-colour Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,570 mi
Last recorded17,570 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Caterham 712,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 SVU
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2008
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 17,570 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 17,164 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 16,557 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2021 16,555 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2020 15,833 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 14,922 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 13,784 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 11,810 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 10,698 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 8,966 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 7,491 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 4,540 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 2,223 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 1,918 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 SVU is a 2008 Caterham 7 in Multi-colour with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 12,099 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 SVU, 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 18 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 SVU registered?

C7 SVU is a 2008 Caterham 7, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is C7 SVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 SVU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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