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C7 LBF

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,585 mi
Last recorded11,585 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 LBF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 11,585 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 11,113 miles

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshafts (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 10,299 miles

Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 9,400 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 8,823 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 8,296 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 7,618 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 7,464 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 67,868 miles

exhaust mounting deteriorating

Pass 4 Apr 2014 67,826 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 6,306 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 6,306 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 6,131 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 61,311 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 57,120 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 55,263 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 52,249 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 4,972 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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C7 LBF is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,083 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 C7 LBF, 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 23 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was C7 LBF registered?

C7 LBF is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is C7 LBF safe to buy?

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