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DA03 LUY

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,354 mi
Last recorded33,354 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA03 LUY
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 33,354 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 33,119 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 32,830 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 32,762 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 32,227 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 31,706 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 30,401 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 25,673 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 24,446 miles

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 8 Apr 2011 22,460 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 19,818 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 16,896 miles

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

no screen or wipers fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Mar 2008 14,890 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 12,496 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 12,428 miles

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)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 10,566 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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DA03 LUY is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DA03 LUY, 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 DA03 LUY registered?

DA03 LUY is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is DA03 LUY safe to buy?

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