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R789 AGC

1998 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,062 mi
Last recorded36,062 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR789 AGC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 36,062 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 35,972 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 35,611 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 22 May 2017 35,607 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 May 2016 34,998 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 34,330 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 33,459 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2011 32,749 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 30,211 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 27,776 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 27,776 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 23,566 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 22,709 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 19,403 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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R789 AGC is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,626 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 R789 AGC, 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 28 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R789 AGC registered?

R789 AGC is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 12 June 1998.

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