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VX58 VMD

2009 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,738 mi
Last recorded6,738 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2016
Typical for 2009 Caterham Seven8,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX58 VMD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2009
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2016 6,738 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 5,219 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 3,314 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 1,013 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 996 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 525 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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VX58 VMD is a 2009 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.3% with a typical mileage of 8,447 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 VX58 VMD, 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 17 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VX58 VMD registered?

VX58 VMD is a 2009 Caterham Seven, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is VX58 VMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX58 VMD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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