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R300 MHP

2008 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,757 mi
Last recorded14,757 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven12,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 MHP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 14,757 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 14,710 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024
Pass 5 Jun 2023 14,572 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 13,841 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 12,704 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 12,608 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 12,397 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 12,281 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 10,567 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 9,820 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 7,512 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 6,933 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,155 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 5,830 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 5,324 miles

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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R300 MHP is a 2008 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 12,764 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 R300 MHP, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R300 MHP registered?

R300 MHP is a 2008 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is R300 MHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 MHP shows 16 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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