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T116 UEE

1998 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

20,892 mi
Last recorded20,892 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Caterham 715,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT116 UEE
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 20,892 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 May 2025 20,700 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 20,661 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 20,614 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 20,254 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 19,907 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 19,684 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 19,389 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 18,953 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 18,504 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 17,827 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 16,261 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 16,070 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 15,034 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 14,393 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 13,520 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 13,152 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 11,430 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 10,453 miles
Pass 9 May 2008
Fail 9 May 2008

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2007 7,500 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 6,613 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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T116 UEE is a 1998 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 T116 UEE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T116 UEE?

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What year was T116 UEE registered?

T116 UEE is a 1998 Caterham 7, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is T116 UEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T116 UEE shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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