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A8 NGB

2002 Caterham Seven

Yellow Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,569 mi
Last recorded28,569 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven17,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 NGB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 28,569 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 28,540 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 28,310 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 28,306 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 28,092 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 28,087 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 28,035 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 27,920 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 26,716 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 29,517 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 29,010 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 28,079 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 26,174 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 24,987 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 24,276 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 22,845 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 20,871 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 17,950 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 15,009 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 12,056 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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A8 NGB is a 2002 Caterham Seven in Yellow with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 17,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 NGB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A8 NGB registered?

A8 NGB is a 2002 Caterham Seven, first registered on 20 November 2002.

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