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FP02 YUX

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,046 mi
Last recorded48,046 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 YUX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 48,046 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 46,719 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 45,768 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 44,917 miles

slight play nearside front track rod end.

Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,271 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 22,803 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 13,046 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 13,042 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 6,829 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 6,450 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 6,450 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 5,932 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 5,641 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 5,142 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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FP02 YUX is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FP02 YUX, 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 YUX registered?

FP02 YUX is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 April 2002.

Is FP02 YUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 YUX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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