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C7 YEP

1999 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,392 mi
Last recorded32,392 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven21,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 YEP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 32,392 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2024 31,657 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2023 31,270 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2022 30,995 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 29,964 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2020 28,968 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2019 28,398 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2018 27,742 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2017 27,094 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2016 26,553 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2015 26,136 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2014 25,647 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2013 24,884 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2012 24,363 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 23,726 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2010 22,801 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2009 21,874 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 20,489 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 18,989 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 18,698 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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C7 YEP is a 1999 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C7 YEP, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 YEP registered?

C7 YEP is a 1999 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is C7 YEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 YEP shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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