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N7 LOT

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,622 mi
Last recorded22,622 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 LOT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 22,622 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 22,622 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 22,566 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 22,446 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 22,006 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 20,884 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 19,721 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 17,238 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 13,888 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2017 13,881 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2017 13,860 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 13,440 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 13,231 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 12,937 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 12,420 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 9,988 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 5,954 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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N7 LOT is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 N7 LOT, 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 N7 LOT registered?

N7 LOT is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is N7 LOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N7 LOT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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