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Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,700 cc

L37 EPKMOT history

L37 EPK is a blue petrol Caterham first used on 3 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 34,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
34,712 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L37 EPK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
3 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L37 EPK was last recorded at 34,712 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 1,379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,333 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,379 miles
Average per year
931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 34,712 miles
  • 2024 – 33,333 miles
  • 2012 – 30,778 miles
  • 2011 – 28,411 miles
  • 2010 – 27,193 miles
  • 2009 – 24,659 miles
  • 2008 – 20,233 miles
  • 2006 – 17,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,712 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    34,712 miles
    Test number
    355489918877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail34,712 miles (+1,379)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,712 miles
    Test number
    474581885811
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass33,333 miles (+2,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    33,333 miles
    Test number
    587310117218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass30,778 miles (+2,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,778 miles
    Test number
    655620292090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  5. Fail28,411 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,411 miles
    Test number
    526883681036
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  6. Pass28,411 miles (+1,218)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,411 miles
    Test number
    759363381098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,193 miles
    Test number
    380535580016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail27,193 miles (+2,534)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,193 miles
    Test number
    691665780082
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  9. Pass24,659 miles (+4,426)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,659 miles
    Test number
    100649169428
    • NoteSlight up and down movement in both front lower suspension joints.

  10. Pass20,233 miles (+3,086)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,233 miles
    Test number
    383958478027
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteRear suspension components slightly corroded

  11. Pass17,147 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,147 miles
    Test number
    421763156498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L37 EPK

Does L37 EPK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L37 EPK is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L37 EPK?
The MOT on L37 EPK is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L37 EPK done?
L37 EPK was recorded at 34,712 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 931 miles a year.
Has L37 EPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L37 EPK has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L37 EPK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L37 EPK find?
L37 EPK passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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