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V292 JRR

1999 Caterham Seven

Orange Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,821 mi
Last recorded20,821 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Caterham Seven21,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV292 JRR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 20,821 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 20,726 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 20,626 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 20,442 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 20,045 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 19,884 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 19,705 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 26 Feb 2016 19,563 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 19,379 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 19,215 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 18,826 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 18,826 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 18,536 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 17,387 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 17,387 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 15,867 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 15,395 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 14,272 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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V292 JRR is a 1999 Caterham Seven in Orange with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,001 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 V292 JRR, 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 27 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V292 JRR registered?

V292 JRR is a 1999 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V292 JRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V292 JRR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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