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RX10 ELU

2010 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

14,259 mi
Last recorded14,259 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Caterham Seven8,908 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX10 ELU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 14,259 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 14,222 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 14,216 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 13,701 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 13,701 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2024 13,691 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 11,936 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 9,440 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 8,439 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 8,439 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 7,578 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2020 7,578 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 6,528 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 3,505 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 3,236 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 2,818 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2015 2,125 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 1,309 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 1,309 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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RX10 ELU is a 2010 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2010 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 8,908 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 Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX10 ELU, 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 16 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RX10 ELU registered?

RX10 ELU is a 2010 Caterham Seven, first registered on 22 March 2010.

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