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CA53 RAM

2004 Caterham 7

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,904 mi
Last recorded48,904 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham 715,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA53 RAM
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2026 48,904 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 47,600 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 47,484 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 47,179 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 46,577 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 44,478 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 41,299 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 39,788 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 37,342 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 34,573 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 27,533 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 21,919 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 17,338 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 16,490 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 14,377 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 12,426 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 10,085 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 5,809 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 4,831 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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CA53 RAM is a 2004 Caterham 7 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,867 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 CA53 RAM, 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 22 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 CA53 RAM registered?

CA53 RAM is a 2004 Caterham 7, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is CA53 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA53 RAM shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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