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RK54 ORY

2004 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,615 mi
Last recorded15,615 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven16,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK54 ORY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2016 15,615 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 13,133 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 13,116 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)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 10,555 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 10,507 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 9,896 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 9,370 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 9,369 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 7,837 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 7,356 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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RK54 ORY is a 2004 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 RK54 ORY, 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 RK54 ORY registered?

RK54 ORY is a 2004 Caterham Seven, first registered on 19 October 2004.

Is RK54 ORY safe to buy?

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