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R550 ORC

1998 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1585cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,747 mi
Last recorded20,747 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Caterham Seven16,626 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 ORC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,585cc
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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 20,747 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 20,390 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 19,921 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 19,373 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 18,714 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 18,099 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 17,660 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 17,143 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 16,460 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 15,784 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 14,991 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 14,133 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 13,179 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 12,424 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,771 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 9,312 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 7,886 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 6,339 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 5,150 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 3,566 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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R550 ORC is a 1998 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,585cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 16,626 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 R550 ORC, 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 28 years old, this Caterham Seven is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R550 ORC?

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What year was R550 ORC registered?

R550 ORC is a 1998 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R550 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R550 ORC shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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