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R300 RDJ

2004 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

12,372 mi
Last recorded12,372 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven16,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 RDJ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 12,372 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 11,630 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 10,843 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 10,111 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 8,385 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 7,365 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 7,361 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 65,506 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,057 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 4,001 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 3,031 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 RDJ is a 2004 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 16,509 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 RDJ, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R300 RDJ registered?

R300 RDJ is a 2004 Caterham Seven, first registered on 3 June 2004.

Is R300 RDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 RDJ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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