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GN12 HNX

2012 Caterham Seven

Orange Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,983 mi
Last recorded27,983 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Caterham Seven10,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 HNX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2025 27,983 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 27,612 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 27,135 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 25,614 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 22,688 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 22,023 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 20,166 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,422 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 12,954 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 10,328 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,646 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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 HNX is a 2012 Caterham Seven in Orange with a 1,598cc 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 HNX, 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 HNX registered?

GN12 HNX is a 2012 Caterham Seven, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is GN12 HNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN12 HNX 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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