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FG53 ZPL

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,432 mi
Last recorded7,432 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2008
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 ZPL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2008 7,432 miles

cambelt last changed?

offside headlamp aim slightly high

oil filter rusty

possible oil leak from gearbox area

rear service brake readings higher than fronts,may require investigation

uneven rise and fall between rear brakes

windscreen damaged

Pass 1 Feb 2007 6,403 miles

engine overheats

hazard switch poor

nearside headlamp beam image poor

slight wear in both rear anti roll bar links

windscreen damaged

Pass 26 Jan 2006 5,086 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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FG53 ZPL is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG53 ZPL, 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 FG53 ZPL registered?

FG53 ZPL is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FG53 ZPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 ZPL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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