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DY63 XGN

2013 Caterham 7

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,109 mi
Last recorded11,109 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY63 XGN
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2013
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 11,109 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 10,984 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2024 10,247 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 9,863 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 9,863 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 9,553 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 31 Mar 2022 9,553 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 8,215 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 6,562 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 6,376 miles

Not car with flat full underbody

Pass 30 Oct 2017 6,000 miles

Minimal things to check underside

Pass 5 Oct 2016 4,851 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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DY63 XGN is a 2013 Caterham 7 in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DY63 XGN, 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 13 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY63 XGN registered?

DY63 XGN is a 2013 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 November 2013.

Is DY63 XGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY63 XGN shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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