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CX04 DDL

2004 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

16,389 mi
Last recorded16,389 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven16,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX04 DDL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 16,389 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 15,619 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 15,216 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 14,487 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 14,148 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 13,512 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 13,512 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 11,976 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 10,638 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 9,377 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 8,373 miles

Direction indicators only just visible when used with head lights

Fail 1 Mar 2017 8,368 miles

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 7,058 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 5,578 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 4,265 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 4,101 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 4,023 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 3,888 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 3,547 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 3,385 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 3,019 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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CX04 DDL is a 2004 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,509 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 CX04 DDL, 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 22 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 CX04 DDL registered?

CX04 DDL is a 2004 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 August 2004.

Is CX04 DDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX04 DDL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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