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GN06 VEV

2006 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

39,352 mi
Last recorded39,352 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven8,178 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN06 VEV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 39,352 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 39,148 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 16 Jan 2023 39,002 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 37,647 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 36,180 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 34,359 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 29,820 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 24,704 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 19,864 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 13,965 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 7,634 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 7,580 miles

front downpipe not sheilded

Pass 1 Jul 2013 7,437 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 7,018 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 6,373 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 5,319 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 5,307 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 4,158 miles

n/s front mud gaurd touching body on full lock

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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GN06 VEV is a 2006 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 8,178 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 GN06 VEV, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN06 VEV registered?

GN06 VEV is a 2006 Caterham Seven, first registered on 21 July 2006.

Is GN06 VEV safe to buy?

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