Caterham 7
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 114 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests
114
Model Years
1997 to 2003
Years Covered
3
About the Caterham 7
The Caterham 7 was MOT tested 114 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (1997 to 2003), with an average pass rate of 95%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1997) averages 22,134 miles, while the newest (2003) averages 23,642 miles.
Compared to the Caterham brand average of 91%, the 7 performs 4 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Caterham range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2003 detailsHow reliable is the Caterham 7?
Caterham 7 by Year
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Questions about the Caterham 7
Is the Caterham 7 reliable?
Across its 3 model years in our data (1997 to 2003), the Caterham 7 averages a 95% MOT pass rate, from 114 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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