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EX02 OJM

2002 Caterham Seven

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven17,982 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX02 OJM
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026
Pass 4 Jun 2015 9,908 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2014 9,886 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 9,841 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Radiator hoses perrished

Rear exhaust mounting split and bracket loose

Slight bearing noise from n/s/f wheel

Slight play in steering rack

Windscreen wiper blades split

Pass 21 May 2010 9,746 miles

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

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 21 Apr 2009 9,389 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Slight play in steering rack.

Pass 24 Apr 2008 8,413 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 8,413 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 6,785 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s indicator tel tale intermitant

no dust covers fitted to upper and lower swivel jopints

oil leak diff area

Fail 24 Apr 2007 6,776 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s indicator tele tail intermitant

no dust covers fitted to upper and lower swivels

serious oil leak o/s diff seal

Pass 19 Apr 2006 1,280 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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EX02 OJM is a 2002 Caterham Seven in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EX02 OJM, 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 EX02 OJM registered?

EX02 OJM is a 2002 Caterham Seven, first registered on 12 April 2002.

Is EX02 OJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX02 OJM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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