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LX58 EYS

2008 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

1,788 mi
Last recorded1,788 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Caterham 712,099 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX58 EYS
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 1,788 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 1,703 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 1,683 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 1,660 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 1,631 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 1,603 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 1,582 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 15,050 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 1,546 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 1,521 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 1,353 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 1,231 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 1,086 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 918 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 918 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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 EYS is a 2008 Caterham 7 in Yellow 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 LX58 EYS, 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 EYS registered?

LX58 EYS is a 2008 Caterham 7, first registered on 23 October 2008.

Is LX58 EYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX58 EYS 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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