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LX58 ETA

2008 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,500 mi
Last recorded22,500 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham 712,099 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX58 ETA
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2025 22,500 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 21,560 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 20,812 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 20,435 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 19,715 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 18,950 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 18,490 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 17,525 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 16,219 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 12,658 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 12,587 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 12,099 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,299 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 9,406 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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LX58 ETA is a 2008 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LX58 ETA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX58 ETA registered?

LX58 ETA is a 2008 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is LX58 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX58 ETA shows 14 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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