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LX08 EPC

2008 Caterham Super 7

Orange Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

5,172 mi
Last recorded5,172 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Caterham Super 711,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 EPC
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 5,172 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 5,131 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 5,089 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 4,980 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2019 4,980 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 4,940 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 4,872 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 4,265 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 3,911 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Apr 2013 3,258 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2013 3,258 miles

Oil leak

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 2,267 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 1,937 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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LX08 EPC is a 2008 Caterham Super 7 in Orange with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 LX08 EPC, 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

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What year was LX08 EPC registered?

LX08 EPC is a 2008 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is LX08 EPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 EPC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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