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R5 TNR

2008 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

19,540 mi
Last recorded19,540 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven12,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 TNR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 19,540 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 19,124 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 18,935 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 18,603 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 18,010 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 17,187 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 15,597 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 11,993 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 8,066 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 4,133 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 4,133 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 3,482 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 3,334 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 3,327 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2013 3,085 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 2,629 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 1,921 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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R5 TNR is a 2008 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 12,764 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 R5 TNR, 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 18 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R5 TNR registered?

R5 TNR is a 2008 Caterham Seven, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is R5 TNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 TNR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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