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W204 DKE

2000 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,663 mi
Last recorded31,663 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven15,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW204 DKE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 31,663 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2025 30,873 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 29,607 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 28,837 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 27,485 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,033 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 25,730 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 25,704 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 25,071 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 24,740 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 24,435 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 23,918 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 23,079 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 22,732 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,751 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 20,932 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 19,628 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 16,508 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 13,054 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 13,054 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 9,349 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 7,821 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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W204 DKE is a 2000 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 W204 DKE, 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.

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What year was W204 DKE registered?

W204 DKE is a 2000 Caterham Seven, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W204 DKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W204 DKE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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