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X288 MFL

2000 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

25,052 mi
Last recorded25,052 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven15,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX288 MFL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 25,052 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 24,693 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 24,281 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 23,840 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2023 23,838 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2022 20,837 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 20,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 20,540 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2016 20,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,864 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 18,482 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2012 16,707 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 16,707 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 14,876 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 14,723 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 14,385 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 14,237 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 13,846 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 13,428 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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X288 MFL is a 2000 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 X288 MFL, 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 X288 MFL registered?

X288 MFL is a 2000 Caterham Seven, first registered on 21 November 2000.

Is X288 MFL safe to buy?

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