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Caterham Super 7

Blue and Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,396 cc

L7 GSPMOT history

L7 GSP is a blue and red petrol Caterham Super 7 first used on 1 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 49,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
49,803 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 GSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Caterham
Model
Super 7
Colour
Blue and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,396 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 GSP was last recorded at 49,803 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 900 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,903 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
900 miles
Average per year
538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,803 miles
  • 2025 – 48,903 miles
  • 2024 – 48,035 miles
  • 2023 – 47,704 miles
  • 2022 – 47,172 miles
  • 2021 – 46,545 miles
  • 2020 – 45,690 miles
  • 2019 – 45,690 miles
  • 2018 – 45,690 miles
  • 2016 – 45,690 miles
  • 2015 – 45,690 miles
  • 2014 – 45,690 miles
  • 2013 – 45,690 miles
  • 2011 – 45,690 miles
  • 2010 – 43,247 miles
  • 2009 – 42,608 miles
  • 2008 – 41,780 miles
  • 2007 – 39,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,803 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,803 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    49,803 miles
    Test number
    186294860385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,903 miles (+868)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    160142605544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,035 miles (+331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    48,035 miles
    Test number
    918099889605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass47,704 miles (+532)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    47,704 miles
    Test number
    982402367672
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower wishbone joints have no boot covers but nowhere to put them
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s/f inner tie rod

  5. Pass47,172 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    860585785110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail47,172 miles (+627)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,172 miles
    Test number
    107607344651
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass46,545 miles (+855)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    46,545 miles
    Test number
    607343985991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    743166882399
    • AdvisoryDigital speedo fitted

  9. Fail45,690 miles2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    806896387625
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDigital speedo fitted

  10. Pass45,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    359423866763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    822964992704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    679783691358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass45,690 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    978641525100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear fog light not working

  14. Fail45,690 miles4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    837593415168
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear fog light not working

  15. Pass45,690 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    615758414188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  16. Pass45,690 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    518377693104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  17. Pass45,690 miles (+2,443)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,690 miles
    Test number
    805688711118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,247 miles (+639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    43,247 miles
    Test number
    994019310149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass42,608 miles (+828)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,608 miles
    Test number
    693084159179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/front rack end corrosion on welds & frame

  20. Pass41,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,780 miles
    Test number
    254405148472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail41,780 miles (+2,323)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,780 miles
    Test number
    463305948121
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

  22. Pass39,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    39,457 miles
    Test number
    292387727094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about L7 GSP

Does L7 GSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 GSP is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 GSP?
The MOT on L7 GSP is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 GSP done?
L7 GSP was recorded at 49,803 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 538 miles a year.
Has L7 GSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 GSP has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L7 GSP 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 L7 GSP find?
L7 GSP passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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