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GJ02 JKZ

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,007 mi
Last recorded36,007 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ02 JKZ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2026 36,007 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 35,915 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 35,911 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 35,767 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 34,316 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 32,934 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 28,378 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 25,522 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 23,338 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 20,978 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 17,298 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 14,244 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 11,629 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 9,404 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 5,711 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 4,537 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 4,425 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 3,837 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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GJ02 JKZ is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJ02 JKZ, 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 GJ02 JKZ registered?

GJ02 JKZ is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is GJ02 JKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ02 JKZ shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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