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HF05 BXY

2005 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,613 mi
Last recorded6,613 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham 711,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF05 BXY
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 May 2025 6,613 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 5,781 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 5,715 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 5,307 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 5,270 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 5,002 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 4,627 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 2,132 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 2,018 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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HF05 BXY is a 2005 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 11,932 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 HF05 BXY, 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 21 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 HF05 BXY registered?

HF05 BXY is a 2005 Caterham 7, first registered on 19 July 2005.

Is HF05 BXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF05 BXY shows 9 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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