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RK08 JKZ

2008 Caterham Seven

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,625 mi
Last recorded1,625 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven12,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 JKZ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2023 1,625 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 1,575 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 1,539 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 1,420 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 1,340 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 1,247 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 1,086 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 867 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 684 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 524 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 333 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 131 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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RK08 JKZ is a 2008 Caterham Seven in Orange with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 RK08 JKZ, 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 RK08 JKZ registered?

RK08 JKZ is a 2008 Caterham Seven, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is RK08 JKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 JKZ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RK08 JKZ have outstanding finance?

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