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RX12 GAA

2012 Caterham 7

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,373 mi
Last recorded4,373 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Caterham 78,983 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX12 GAA
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2026 4,373 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 3,469 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 3,347 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 2,965 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 2,559 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 1,967 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 1,931 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 1,902 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 1,831 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 1,751 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 1,553 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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RX12 GAA is a 2012 Caterham 7 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX12 GAA, 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 RX12 GAA registered?

RX12 GAA is a 2012 Caterham 7, first registered on 19 March 2012.

Is RX12 GAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX12 GAA shows 11 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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