MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
18,457 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Front slight play at steering wheel
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the Caterham Seven (S3)?
Based on 32,485 MOT tests across 2,453 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DK53 HBH is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 DK53 HBH, 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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How do I check the history of DK53 HBH?
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What year was DK53 HBH registered?
DK53 HBH is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 October 2003.
Is DK53 HBH safe to buy?
The MOT history for DK53 HBH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does DK53 HBH have outstanding finance?
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