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FH05 PVN

2005 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

30,897 mi
Last recorded30,897 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham Super 714,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 PVN
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 30,897 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rears (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2025 30,896 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rears (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 28,696 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 25,796 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 20,275 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 20,160 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 19,635 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 19,110 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 16,800 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 15,950 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 15,347 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 14,876 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 12,095 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 9,886 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 7,260 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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FH05 PVN is a 2005 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 14,751 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH05 PVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 21 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FH05 PVN registered?

FH05 PVN is a 2005 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is FH05 PVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 PVN 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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