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C7 JKR

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

9,715 mi
Last recorded9,715 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 JKR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 9,715 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 9,623 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 9,508 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 9,486 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 9,296 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 9,119 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 9,089 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 8,589 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 8,468 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 8,247 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 7,691 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 7,682 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 7,133 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 7,018 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 6,873 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 6,170 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 56,089 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 5,591 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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C7 JKR is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C7 JKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C7 JKR registered?

C7 JKR is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is C7 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 JKR shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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