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T4 THC

2005 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,254 mi
Last recorded33,254 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham 711,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT4 THC
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 33,254 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2024 33,142 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 33,119 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,085 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 31,585 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 31,518 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 31,518 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 31,356 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 30,467 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 27,042 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 May 2012 25,154 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 22,872 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 20,918 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 19,272 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 16,480 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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T4 THC is a 2005 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 11,932 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T4 THC, 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 21 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T4 THC registered?

T4 THC is a 2005 Caterham 7, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is T4 THC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T4 THC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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