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GN08 SRU

2008 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

14,768 mi
Last recorded14,768 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Super 711,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 SRU
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 14,768 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 14,410 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 14,099 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 13,556 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 13,279 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 12,589 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 11,598 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 10,984 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 10,112 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 8,329 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 8,329 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 7,830 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 7,830 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 7,185 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 6,432 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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GN08 SRU is a 2008 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 11,264 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN08 SRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN08 SRU?

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What year was GN08 SRU registered?

GN08 SRU is a 2008 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is GN08 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 SRU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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