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DG02 VKW

2002 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,331 mi
Last recorded29,331 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham 716,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 VKW
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 29,331 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 29,075 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 28,711 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 28,282 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 27,817 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 27,222 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 26,962 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 26,616 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 26,233 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 25,848 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 25,241 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 24,634 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 24,001 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 23,301 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2012 22,940 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 21,422 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 20,337 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 18,503 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 16,256 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 13,331 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 10,776 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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DG02 VKW is a 2002 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DG02 VKW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG02 VKW registered?

DG02 VKW is a 2002 Caterham 7, first registered on 18 March 2002.

Is DG02 VKW safe to buy?

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