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M58 JJU

1994 Caterham Seven

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,925 mi
Last recorded10,925 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Caterham Seven17,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM58 JJU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 10,925 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 9,966 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 8,714 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 8,425 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 6,899 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 5,944 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 2,484 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Apr 2017 277 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 61,510 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 59,993 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 57,079 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 50,911 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 48,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 48,259 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2011 45,691 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 43,202 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 1 Nov 2008 40,653 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 40,653 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 38,548 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2005 38,025 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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M58 JJU is a 1994 Caterham Seven in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1994 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 17,281 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 M58 JJU, 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 32 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M58 JJU registered?

M58 JJU is a 1994 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 November 1994.

Is M58 JJU safe to buy?

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