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FP02 XLU

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,234 mi
Last recorded27,234 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 XLU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 27,234 miles

Flat under body nothing to inspect

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 27,234 miles

Flat under body nothing to inspect

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres low (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 26,497 miles

Flat under body nothing visable

Pass 21 Mar 2017 25,161 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 22,798 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,446 miles

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

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

suspect rear pads sticking in carriers, signs rear discs have got hot

Fail 20 Mar 2015 18,433 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

suspect rear pads sticking in carriers, signs rear discs have got hot

Pass 7 Apr 2014 16,363 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 11,407 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 109,316 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 9,196 miles

n/s/r tyre worn close

Pass 29 Apr 2009 8,728 miles

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

no external mirrors fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2008 8,086 miles

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

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)

vehicle has no external mirrors

Fail 12 Feb 2008 8,086 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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)

vehicle has no external mirrors

Pass 1 Feb 2007 69,843 miles

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

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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FP02 XLU is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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

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 FP02 XLU, 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 FP02 XLU registered?

FP02 XLU is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 30 April 2002.

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