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Y9 LAE

2005 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,734 mi
Last recorded5,734 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven14,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY9 LAE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2025 5,734 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 31 May 2023 57,369 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 5,734 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 5,576 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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Y9 LAE is a 2005 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 14,656 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 Y9 LAE, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y9 LAE registered?

Y9 LAE is a 2005 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is Y9 LAE safe to buy?

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