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V11 UFO

2002 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

31,961 mi
Last recorded31,961 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven17,982 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV11 UFO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 31,961 miles

Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension damper (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 28,780 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 24,928 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight play in OSR axle mounting joints

Pass 23 Mar 2023 18,298 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 18,262 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 17,910 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 17,217 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 17,104 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 15,915 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 14,983 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,616 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 14,559 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 14,491 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 13,897 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 12,190 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 11,749 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 10,375 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 8,785 miles

customer adjusted vehicle mapping with laptop to pass emissions

Fail 29 Aug 2006 8,785 miles

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)

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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V11 UFO is a 2002 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 17,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V11 UFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V11 UFO registered?

V11 UFO is a 2002 Caterham Seven, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is V11 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V11 UFO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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