2006 Caterham Seven 1.8L Petrol · GN06 VEU
2006 Caterham Seven (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 9,113 miles. MOT valid until 14 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- CATERHAM SEVEN
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 9,113 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GN06 VEU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
- 9,113 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
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GN06 VEU MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Caterham Seven (GN06 VEU) between May 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.
GN06 VEU Mileage History
- 12/05/20238,931 mi
- 29/04/20248,973 mi+42 mi
- 16/05/20259,109 mi+136 mi
- 15/05/20269,113 mi+4 mi
- 15/05/20269,113 mi
Average of roughly 60 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Caterham Caterham Seven (Rover K-Series)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Head Gasket Failure (HGF)Serious
The Rover K-Series engine is prone to head gasket failure due to its small coolant capacity and "sandwich" construction.
- Cooling System DegradationSerious
The K-Series has a very small coolant capacity, making it intolerant of any cooling system weakness. Coolant pipes perish during winter storage, header tank caps fail and fan switches can stick, all leading to rapid overheating.
- Chassis CorrosionSerious
The thin-wall tubular steel chassis can rust quickly if the powder coating is compromised. Corrosion typically starts at welds and joints where moisture and road salt become trapped, and can threaten structural integrity.
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