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R40 OXX

2004 Caterham Super 7

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

13,487 mi
Last recorded13,487 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Caterham Super 712,251 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 OXX
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 13,487 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 13,094 miles
Fail 9 May 2024 13,089 miles

Emissions unable to be completed car overheats (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 2 May 2023 12,753 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2022 12,543 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 12,492 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2019 12,350 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 12,218 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 12,212 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,200 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 11,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 11,140 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 9,547 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 9,547 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 8,760 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 7,616 miles

fuel pipes to and from fuel rail on inlet manifold,in poor condition

Fail 2 Apr 2009 7,616 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fuel pipes to and from fuel rail on inlet manifold,in poor condition

Pass 4 Apr 2008 5,883 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 5,532 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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R40 OXX is a 2004 Caterham Super 7 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,251 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 Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R40 OXX, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R40 OXX registered?

R40 OXX is a 2004 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 5 March 2004.

Is R40 OXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 OXX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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