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R7 BKT

2008 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,261 mi
Last recorded15,261 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven12,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 BKT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2022 15,261 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 14,791 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 14,409 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 14,185 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 13,956 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 13,678 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 13,212 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 12,513 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 11,506 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 10,475 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 9,421 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 8,140 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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R7 BKT is a 2008 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R7 BKT, 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 R7 BKT registered?

R7 BKT is a 2008 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is R7 BKT safe to buy?

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