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FH53 AHP

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,178 mi
Last recorded13,178 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 AHP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 13,178 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 13,144 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 13,021 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 13,021 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 12,325 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 12,189 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 12,008 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 11,200 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 10,290 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 10,121 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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FH53 AHP is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FH53 AHP, 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 FH53 AHP registered?

FH53 AHP is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FH53 AHP safe to buy?

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