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RX58 HVP

2008 Caterham 7

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,999 mi
Last recorded20,999 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Caterham 712,099 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX58 HVP
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 20,999 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 20,999 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 20,719 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 18,949 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 18,946 miles

Nearside Front Brake insecure brake lining insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 18,874 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 18,546 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2022 18,546 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 18,135 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 17,774 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view offside under wiper blade (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 16,626 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 15,331 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 14,986 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 12,284 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,882 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 7,882 miles

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 6,395 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 5,222 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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RX58 HVP is a 2008 Caterham 7 in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 12,099 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 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX58 HVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 18 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RX58 HVP registered?

RX58 HVP is a 2008 Caterham 7, first registered on 11 November 2008.

Is RX58 HVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX58 HVP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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