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FH52 DXS

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

16,906 mi
Last recorded16,906 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 DXS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 16,906 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024 16,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 15,687 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 15,687 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 15,263 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2021 14,436 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 13,679 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 12,795 miles

Has had new floors fitted

Non standard front number plate inside

Pass 25 May 2017 11,459 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 9,621 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 9,846 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 8,883 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 8,747 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 8,300 miles

No windscreen

No wipers

Pass 7 Jun 2010 7,897 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 7,669 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 7,073 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 10,639 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 6,505 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 5,652 miles

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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FH52 DXS is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FH52 DXS, 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 FH52 DXS registered?

FH52 DXS is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 December 2002.

Is FH52 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 DXS shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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