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FM03 ZNA

2003 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,723 mi
Last recorded33,723 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven14,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 ZNA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2023 33,723 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 33,586 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 33,184 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 32,502 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,547 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 31,547 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 27,953 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 23,291 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 20,886 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 ZNA is a 2003 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 ZNA, 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 ZNA registered?

FM03 ZNA is a 2003 Caterham Seven, first registered on 4 August 2003.

Is FM03 ZNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 ZNA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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