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Q587JRS

2007 Caterham Seven

Grey Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,978 mi
Last recorded7,978 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Caterham Seven15,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ587JRS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 7,978 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 7,978 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 2,488 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 2,488 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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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Q587JRS is a 2007 Caterham Seven in Grey with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2007 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,184 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 Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q587JRS, 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 19 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Q587JRS registered?

Q587JRS is a 2007 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 January 2007.

Is Q587JRS safe to buy?

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