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FP04 DZV

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP04 DZV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026
Pass 14 Mar 2025
Pass 2 Mar 2024

no windscreen fitted,

Fail 2 Mar 2024

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

no windscreen fitted,

Pass 21 Feb 2023
Pass 15 Dec 2021 44,796 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 42,800 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 42,011 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 38,621 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 36,028 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 34,457 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 32,304 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 29,950 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 25 Apr 2014 29,949 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 26,075 miles

both steering rack boots slightly perished

n/s/f lower ball joint has slight vertical lift

Pass 28 Apr 2012 24,056 miles

both front steering rack gaiters slightly perished

n/s/f lower ball joint has slight vertical play

Pass 23 Mar 2011 20,233 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 15,013 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2010 15,013 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 11,634 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 7,283 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 4,507 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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FP04 DZV is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 FP04 DZV, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FP04 DZV registered?

FP04 DZV is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 15 April 2004.

Is FP04 DZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP04 DZV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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