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DK53 HBH

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

18,457 mi
Last recorded18,457 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 HBH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 18,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 17,799 miles

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))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 17,153 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 16,560 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 15,905 miles

Front slight play at steering wheel

Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,931 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 14,253 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 13,576 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 12,762 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 12,132 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 11,372 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 10,202 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 10,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 May 2013 8,014 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 8,014 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 76,710 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 76,710 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 5,714 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 55,261 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 53,278 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 4,499 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 4,496 miles

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)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 4,098 miles

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.

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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 HBH registered?

DK53 HBH is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 October 2003.

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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.

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