37 Model Years Analyzed
Caterham Seven
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1971-2019), based on 304 DVSA recorded tests.
88.8%
Average Pass Rate
37
Model Years
0k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2008 Caterham Seven MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
1 tests
3 tests
1 tests
3 tests
1 tests
5 tests
20 tests
19 tests
11 tests
11 tests
22 tests
22 tests
7 tests
11 tests
8 tests
17 tests
14 tests
14 tests
13 tests
11 tests
6 tests
21 tests
13 tests
12 tests
7 tests
9 tests
3 tests
1 tests
7 tests
4 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 2Stop lamps all missing or inoperative
- 3Emissions levels exceed default limits
- 4Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 5Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Caterham Seven?
The Caterham Seven has an average 88.8% MOT pass rate across model years 1971 to 2019, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Caterham Seven?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Caterham Seven across all years are: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, stop lamps all missing or inoperative, emissions levels exceed default limits. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Caterham Seven year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Caterham Seven model years.