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GJ02 LVF

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,279 mi
Last recorded11,279 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ02 LVF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 2 Oct 2025 11,279 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 11,267 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 11,255 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 11,112 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 10,993 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 10,981 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 10,859 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 10,846 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 10,825 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 10,724 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 10,703 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 10,689 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 10,649 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,403 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 10,245 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 9,970 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 8,526 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 8,198 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 7,908 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 6,938 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 6,299 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 LVF is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ02 LVF registered?

GJ02 LVF is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 2002.

Is GJ02 LVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ02 LVF shows 21 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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