1992 Caterham Seven 2.0L Petrol · J868 PKK
1992 Caterham Seven (2.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1992. Recorded mileage 25,954 miles. MOT valid until 02 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- CATERHAM SEVEN
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 25,954 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J868 PKK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
- 25,954 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J868 PKK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Caterham Seven (J868 PKK) between November 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J868 PKK Mileage History
- 04/11/202225,845 mi
- 04/09/202325,911 mi+66 mi
- 13/09/202325,919 mi+8 mi
- 01/10/202425,942 mi+23 mi
- 03/03/202625,954 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 33 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Caterham Caterham Seven (Rover K-Series)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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CATERHAM SEVEN Model Intelligence & Reliability
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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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