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C7 TWB

2005 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,911 mi
Last recorded12,911 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven14,656 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 TWB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 12,911 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 12,844 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 12,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 12,805 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 12,655 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 12,547 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 11,890 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 11,760 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 11,303 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 11,211 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 10,794 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 10,529 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 9,809 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 9,109 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 7,708 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 6,380 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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C7 TWB is a 2005 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C7 TWB, 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 C7 TWB registered?

C7 TWB is a 2005 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is C7 TWB safe to buy?

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