Caterham Unclassified
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 15 years from 2,235 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests
2,235
Best Year
2010 (100%)
Years Covered
15
About the Caterham Unclassified
The Caterham Unclassified has been tested 2,235 times in 2026 MOT data across 15 model years (1999 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 90%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2010 model is the most reliable with a 100% pass rate from 30 tests. The 2011 model has the lowest at 84%. With a 16 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The CATERHAM UNCLASSIFIED has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1999) averages 22,308 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 4,806 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 Unclassified by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 86% | 203 | 4,806 mi | |
| 2020 | 91% | 181 | 5,349 mi | |
| 2019 | 90% | 327 | 5,345 mi | |
| 2018 | 92% | 355 | 6,207 mi | |
| 2017 | 92% | 321 | 8,044 mi | |
| 2016 | 91% | 247 | 11,388 mi | |
| 2015 | 97% | 65 | 11,540 mi | |
| 2014 | 88% | 40 | 8,392 mi | |
| 2013 | 92% | 222 | 14,969 mi | |
| 2012 | 90% | 88 | 15,657 mi | |
| 2011 | 84% | 38 | 11,795 mi | |
| 2010 | 100% | 30 | 14,394 mi | |
| 2008 | 84% | 32 | 12,150 mi | |
| 2006 | 89% | 38 | 17,088 mi | |
| 1999 | 85% | 48 | 22,308 mi |
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