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RX56 UNS

2007 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

2,495 mi
Last recorded2,495 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Caterham Seven15,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 UNS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 2,495 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 2,201 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 2,074 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 2,068 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 2,065 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 2,058 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 2,032 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 1,992 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 1,971 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Stone chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 1,893 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 1,277 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 1,003 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 598 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 515 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 136 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 4,294 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 4,284 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine overheted

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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RX56 UNS is a 2007 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2007 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 15,184 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 RX56 UNS, 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 19 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX56 UNS registered?

RX56 UNS is a 2007 Caterham Seven, first registered on 7 February 2007.

Is RX56 UNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 UNS 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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