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S872 CHU

1998 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

46,438 mi
Last recorded46,438 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS872 CHU
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 46,438 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 45,466 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 44,999 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 44,604 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 42,953 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 42,497 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 41,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2019 38,945 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 36,603 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 35,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2016 32,573 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 29 May 2015 31,102 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 28,481 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 25,056 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 23,306 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 23,274 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 23,127 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 22,994 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 22,994 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 22,336 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 20,839 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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S872 CHU is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1998 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 15,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S872 CHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S872 CHU registered?

S872 CHU is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S872 CHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S872 CHU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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