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GN09 CHH

2009 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,228 mi
Last recorded16,228 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven8,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN09 CHH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 16,228 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 16,108 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 16,054 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 15,848 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 15,354 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 13,785 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2019 13,785 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2018 12,523 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 12,523 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2017 11,698 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 11,651 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 11,294 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 11,117 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 10,121 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 8,592 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 5,970 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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GN09 CHH is a 2009 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GN09 CHH, 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 GN09 CHH registered?

GN09 CHH is a 2009 Caterham Seven, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is GN09 CHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN09 CHH shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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