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L7 YOB

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,757 mi
Last recorded16,757 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 YOB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2026 16,757 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 16,004 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 15,820 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 15,599 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 15,034 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 14,741 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 13,858 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 12,423 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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L7 YOB is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L7 YOB, 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 L7 YOB registered?

L7 YOB is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is L7 YOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 YOB shows 8 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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