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T744 DBW

1999 Caterham Seven

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,368 mi
Last recorded13,368 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven21,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT744 DBW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 13,368 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2024 13,364 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 13,356 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 13,350 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 12,816 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 12,813 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 12,509 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 12,483 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 12,091 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 12,056 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,514 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 10,898 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 10,295 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 8,717 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 8,367 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 7,583 miles

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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T744 DBW is a 1999 Caterham Seven in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,001 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 T744 DBW, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T744 DBW registered?

T744 DBW is a 1999 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T744 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T744 DBW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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