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M7 CAT

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,643 mi
Last recorded9,643 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 CAT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 9,643 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 9,482 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,440 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 9,093 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 9,091 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2017 8,494 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 8,407 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 8,385 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,345 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

both rear tyres are cracking and perishing on sidewalls

Pass 18 May 2012 8,306 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,995 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 7,802 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 7,800 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 7,769 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 7,446 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 6,816 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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M7 CAT is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 M7 CAT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M7 CAT registered?

M7 CAT is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is M7 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M7 CAT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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