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2007 Caterham Seven 1.6L Petrol · Q587 JRS

Q587 JRS

2007 Caterham Seven (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2024. Recorded mileage 7,978 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jun 2026. Taxed until 01 Jul 2026.

Make & Model
CATERHAM SEVEN
Year / Origin
2007
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 25 Jun 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2026)
Recorded Mileage
7,978 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 25 Jun 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2007
Engine
1600cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle's MOT history is exceptionally clean, with the most recent test in June 2025 resulting in a pass. The only recorded defects over the last two years have been minor lighting failures, specifically a rear fog lamp and a front position lamp. These were trivial issues rectified on the day of testing, suggesting a stable condition trend with no evidence of serious mechanical or structural decline. The total mileage is very low for a nineteen-year-old car, averaging roughly 420 miles per year. This typically indicates a leisure vehicle that has spent significant periods standing. However, there is a notable shift in usage patterns, as the mileage increased by over 5,000 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This suggests the car has moved from long-term storage into a period of more frequent use. While the MOT record is limited and positive, the history of low usage means the primary risks are related to inactivity rather than wear and tear. A buyer should first inspect the tyres for age-related cracking or perishing and check for any leaks from rubber seals or gaskets that may have dried out during periods of standing. It is also advisable to verify the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion.

Q587 JRS Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/06/2025
  • 7,978 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Too new for MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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Q587 JRS Mileage History

  1. 21/06/20242,488 mi
  2. 21/06/20242,488 mi
  3. 27/06/20257,978 mi+5,490 mi
  4. 27/06/20257,978 mi

Average of roughly 5,406 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Q587 JRS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 15:53
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Caterham Seven (Q587 JRS) between June 2024 and June 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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