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C26 TRM

2002 Caterham 7

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

8,040 mi
Last recorded8,040 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham 716,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 TRM
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 8,040 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 7,310 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2024 7,268 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 7,126 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 6,995 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 6,793 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 6,793 miles

Brake performance not tested (Due to fuel leak) (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested (Due to fuel leak) (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (Fuel filter) (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2019 6,535 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 6,458 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 6,399 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 5,984 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 5,839 miles

front plate damaged

some body damage

Fail 9 Sep 2010 5,816 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 5,770 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 5,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 5,514 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 4,582 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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C26 TRM is a 2002 Caterham 7 in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 16,100 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C26 TRM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C26 TRM registered?

C26 TRM is a 2002 Caterham 7, first registered on 7 March 2002.

Is C26 TRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 TRM shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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