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AU04 BZY

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

6,545 mi
Last recorded6,545 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 BZY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 6,545 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 5,959 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 5,958 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2018 5,575 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017
Pass 9 Jun 2015
Pass 25 Jun 2014

rear brake application slightly uneven

steering rack boots slightly deteriated

Pass 3 Jul 2013

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 7 Jul 2012

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

all tyres getting close to wear bars

Pass 5 Jul 2011

both front tyres getting close to wear bars

Pass 21 Apr 2010
Pass 25 Apr 2009 4,403 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008

both rear tyres low

Pass 15 Mar 2007

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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AU04 BZY is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 AU04 BZY, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU04 BZY registered?

AU04 BZY is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 15 April 2004.

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