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FM03 OBL

2003 Caterham Seven

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,531 mi
Last recorded7,531 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven14,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 OBL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 7,531 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 7,483 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 7,426 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 7,389 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 7,358 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 7,276 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 7,207 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 7,098 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 7,074 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 6,930 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 6,177 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 6,000 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 5,651 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 5,365 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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FM03 OBL is a 2003 Caterham Seven in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 14,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM03 OBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 23 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FM03 OBL registered?

FM03 OBL is a 2003 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is FM03 OBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 OBL shows 14 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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