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YX09 DZN

2009 Caterham 7

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

13,457 mi
Last recorded13,457 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Caterham 79,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX09 DZN
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 13,457 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 13,248 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 12,125 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 11,807 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 11,682 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 11,492 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 9,479 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 9,288 miles

Flat under side

The last zero in vin poorly formed

Pass 11 Apr 2017 9,117 miles

Engine mount blocks starting to perish

Pass 9 Mar 2016 9,014 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 8,051 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 7,265 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 7,265 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 6,250 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 4,985 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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YX09 DZN is a 2009 Caterham 7 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 9,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX09 DZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 17 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX09 DZN registered?

YX09 DZN is a 2009 Caterham 7, first registered on 10 March 2009.

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The MOT history for YX09 DZN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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