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K6 VTY

2012 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

3,737 mi
Last recorded3,737 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Caterham Seven10,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK6 VTY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 3,737 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 3,717 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 3,701 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 3,476 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 3,058 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 2,468 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 2,364 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 2,064 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 2,011 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 1,924 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 1,773 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 1,773 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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K6 VTY is a 2012 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 10,385 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 K6 VTY, 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 14 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K6 VTY registered?

K6 VTY is a 2012 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 April 2012.

Is K6 VTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K6 VTY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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