Caterham Super 7
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 13 years from 569 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests
569
Best Year
1996 (100%)
Years Covered
13
About the Caterham Super 7
The Caterham Super 7 has been tested 569 times in 2026 MOT data across 13 model years (1996 to 2012), with an average pass rate of 92%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 1996 model is the most reliable with a 100% pass rate from 43 tests. The 1998 model has the lowest at 71%. With a 29 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1996) averages 15,733 miles, while the newest (2012) averages 15,598 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Caterham Super 7 by Year
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