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CA07 CLA

2012 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,048 mi
Last recorded12,048 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Caterham Seven10,385 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA07 CLA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 12,048 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 11,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2022 10,579 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 9,925 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 9,368 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 8,884 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 8,540 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 8,176 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 7,516 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 4,327 miles

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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CA07 CLA is a 2012 Caterham Seven in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 10,385 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 CA07 CLA, 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 14 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CA07 CLA registered?

CA07 CLA is a 2012 Caterham Seven, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is CA07 CLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA07 CLA shows 10 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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