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T955 LKM

1999 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,807 mi
Last recorded18,807 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2025
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven21,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT955 LKM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2025 18,807 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 18,312 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 17,595 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 16,910 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 15,751 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 15,751 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 15,701 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 15,617 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 15,505 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 15,503 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2016 15,332 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 15,209 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 15,077 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 14,817 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 14,423 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 14,423 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 13,384 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 12,711 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 12,711 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,591 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 10,259 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 8,621 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 6,544 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 5,600 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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T955 LKM is a 1999 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T955 LKM, 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 T955 LKM registered?

T955 LKM is a 1999 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is T955 LKM safe to buy?

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