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W131 XGN

2000 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

1,320 mi
Last recorded1,320 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven15,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW131 XGN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 1,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 1,135 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 719 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 130 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 50 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 8,008 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2021 8,007 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 7,963 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 7,915 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 7,912 miles

Emissions not tested Emissions to high so aborted emission test as cat not fitted (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 7,865 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 7,840 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 7,767 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 7,736 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 7,555 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 7,245 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 7,034 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2012 7,034 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 6,482 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 6,192 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 6,192 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 6,081 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 5,809 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 5,482 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 5,187 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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W131 XGN is a 2000 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 15,490 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 W131 XGN, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W131 XGN registered?

W131 XGN is a 2000 Caterham Seven, first registered on 10 May 2000.

Is W131 XGN safe to buy?

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