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RK08 FSE

2008 Caterham Super 7

Multi-colour Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,152 mi
Last recorded18,152 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Caterham Super 711,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 FSE
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2008
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 18,152 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 17,522 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 16,975 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 14,746 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 12,398 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 10,117 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 7,339 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 7,137 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 7,068 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 6,868 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 6,347 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 5,568 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 5,568 miles

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 1 May 2014 4,755 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 3,555 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 2,892 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 2,241 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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RK08 FSE is a 2008 Caterham Super 7 in Multi-colour with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 11,264 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 FSE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK08 FSE registered?

RK08 FSE is a 2008 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is RK08 FSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 FSE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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