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GJ52 AXX

2002 Caterham Super 7

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,499 mi
Last recorded40,499 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Caterham Super 714,341 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ52 AXX
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 40,499 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 39,815 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 38,145 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 37,543 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 36,377 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 34,970 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 34,225 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 31,911 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 30,665 miles

flat underside - nothing to inspect!

marks on inner part of rims suspect where wheel weights had been removed

Pass 1 Sep 2016 28,850 miles

2 seater kit car

Pass 7 Sep 2015 27,545 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 26,266 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 23,997 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 21,968 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 19,840 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 17,586 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 15,430 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 15,427 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 13,231 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 11,624 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 9,071 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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GJ52 AXX is a 2002 Caterham Super 7 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 14,341 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GJ52 AXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GJ52 AXX?

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What year was GJ52 AXX registered?

GJ52 AXX is a 2002 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 23 October 2002.

Is GJ52 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ52 AXX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ52 AXX have outstanding finance?

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