MOT Status
ValidMileage
36,922 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Nail in tyre
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
Gear box has slight oil leak
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Rear Differential has slight oil leak
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
oil leak rear axle
differential has slight leak of oil.
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear brake balance just within limits
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Rear brake balance just within limits
Coolant leak
Diff pinion oil seal leaking slightly
Rear number plate lamp bracket bent
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FC02 HXT is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
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 FC02 HXT, 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.
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What year was FC02 HXT registered?
FC02 HXT is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 23 May 2002.
Is FC02 HXT safe to buy?
The MOT history for FC02 HXT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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