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RX08 JEO

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,582 mi
Last recorded27,582 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 JEO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 27,582 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 27,510 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 27,109 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 26,307 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 25,537 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 24,144 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 24,144 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 20,861 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 20,861 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2015 17,437 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 14,109 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 11,310 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 9,369 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 9,369 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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RX08 JEO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX08 JEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX08 JEO?

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What year was RX08 JEO registered?

RX08 JEO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is RX08 JEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 JEO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX08 JEO have outstanding finance?

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