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KU02 KGE

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,442 mi
Last recorded11,442 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2021
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 KGE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2021 11,442 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 11,351 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 11,068 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 10,879 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 10,725 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 10,526 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 10,089 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 9,551 miles

Oil residue at rear axle.

Slight play at NSR lower shock absorber mount.

Pass 6 Sep 2010 8,892 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 81,866 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 73,791 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2008 73,791 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 6,768 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 6,255 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?

Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
613
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
2,453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 476
Steering rack gaiter split 309
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 206
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 188
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 185
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KU02 KGE is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven (S3) fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 476 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU02 KGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven (S3) typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 24 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KU02 KGE registered?

KU02 KGE is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 17 June 2002.

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The MOT history for KU02 KGE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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