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M544 UVO

1995 Caterham 7

Silver Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

46,253 mi
Last recorded46,253 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Caterham 717,747 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM544 UVO
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc
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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 46,253 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 45,894 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 45,238 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2023 45,232 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 44,519 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 44,095 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 43,668 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 43,663 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 42,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2018 41,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 40,551 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 39,713 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 May 2015 38,844 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 38,752 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

o/s/f brake binding slightly

Pass 5 Jun 2014 37,540 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 36,441 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 35,256 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 33,535 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 31,601 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 30,088 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 29,043 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 28,026 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 26,641 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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M544 UVO is a 1995 Caterham 7 in Silver with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1995 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 17,747 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 M544 UVO, 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 31 years old, this Caterham 7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M544 UVO?

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What year was M544 UVO registered?

M544 UVO is a 1995 Caterham 7, first registered on 23 June 1995.

Is M544 UVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M544 UVO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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