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B8 SVN

2009 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1137cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

3,676 mi
Last recorded3,676 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven8,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 SVN
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,137cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2025 3,676 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 1,839 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 1,821 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 1,490 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 1,490 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 1,258 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 1,027 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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B8 SVN is a 2009 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,137cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2009 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 8,447 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 B8 SVN, 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 17 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was B8 SVN registered?

B8 SVN is a 2009 Caterham Seven, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is B8 SVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 SVN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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