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GJ52 AHV

2002 Caterham Seven

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,328 mi
Last recorded19,328 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven17,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 AHV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 19,328 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 16,856 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 16,012 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 15,104 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 13,636 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 13,888 miles

Day Light use only - No lights

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Sep 2008 13,567 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Sep 2008 13,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Nov 2005 7,894 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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GJ52 AHV is a 2002 Caterham Seven in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 17,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ52 AHV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GJ52 AHV registered?

GJ52 AHV is a 2002 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is GJ52 AHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ52 AHV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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