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GN12 EJO

2012 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,082 mi
Last recorded15,082 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Caterham Seven10,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 EJO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 15,082 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 14,076 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 13,429 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 12,747 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 11,020 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 10,442 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 8,599 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 8,187 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 7,591 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 5,709 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 3,825 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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GN12 EJO is a 2012 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 10,385 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 GN12 EJO, 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 14 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN12 EJO registered?

GN12 EJO is a 2012 Caterham Seven, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is GN12 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN12 EJO shows 11 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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