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W438 SNR

2000 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

10,507 mi
Last recorded10,507 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven15,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW438 SNR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 10,507 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 9,765 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 8,907 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 8,907 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 16 May 2023 8,312 miles
Fail 16 May 2023 8,312 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 7,658 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 7,531 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 7,302 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 6,849 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 6,644 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 6,316 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 6,135 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 5,879 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 5,370 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 4,689 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 4,337 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,623 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 3,256 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 2,958 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 1,925 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 765 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,504 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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W438 SNR is a 2000 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 W438 SNR, 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 W438 SNR registered?

W438 SNR is a 2000 Caterham Seven, first registered on 9 May 2000.

Is W438 SNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W438 SNR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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