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GO07 ARE

2008 Caterham 7

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,656 mi
Last recorded18,656 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham 712,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGO07 ARE
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 18,656 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Dec 2025 18,600 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached trailing arm bolt under wing loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 8,207 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive From rear upper of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2023
Pass 21 Apr 2022 35,834 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cuts in Sidewall ( Not Showing Cord ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 30,535 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 25,416 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 23,092 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 20,650 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 18,195 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 16,457 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,821 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 12,498 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 11,394 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 8,238 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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GO07 ARE is a 2008 Caterham 7 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2008 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 12,099 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GO07 ARE, 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 18 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GO07 ARE registered?

GO07 ARE is a 2008 Caterham 7, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is GO07 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GO07 ARE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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