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GN12 LHC

2012 Caterham 7

White Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,202 mi
Last recorded31,202 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Caterham 78,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN12 LHC
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 31,202 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 29,858 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 28,232 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 23,297 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 23,294 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 May 2022 22,407 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 22,404 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 19,007 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 19,007 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2020 17,488 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 14,563 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 14,553 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 13,634 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 7,495 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 5,110 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 2,959 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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GN12 LHC is a 2012 Caterham 7 in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 8,983 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN12 LHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 14 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN12 LHC registered?

GN12 LHC is a 2012 Caterham 7, first registered on 8 August 2012.

Is GN12 LHC safe to buy?

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