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FB53 KYT

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,144 mi
Last recorded57,144 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 KYT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 57,144 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 57,144 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 56,835 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 56,831 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 56,722 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 56,460 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 56,117 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 55,864 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2020 55,864 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 55,521 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 55,309 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 55,113 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 54,756 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 54,064 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 53,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 52,938 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 52,920 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 52,901 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 52,508 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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FB53 KYT is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FB53 KYT, 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 FB53 KYT registered?

FB53 KYT is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 2003.

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The MOT history for FB53 KYT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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