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GN56 RBU

2007 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,177 mi
Last recorded20,177 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Caterham Seven15,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 RBU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 20,177 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 19,486 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 19,180 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 18,358 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 17,615 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 17,109 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 16,632 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 16,059 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 15,184 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 14,184 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 13,181 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 12,545 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 10,961 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 9,366 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011

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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GN56 RBU is a 2007 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2007 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,184 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 GN56 RBU, 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 19 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 GN56 RBU registered?

GN56 RBU is a 2007 Caterham Seven, first registered on 5 January 2007.

Is GN56 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 RBU shows 15 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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