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GIG 3353

2002 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

10,266 mi
Last recorded10,266 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Caterham Seven (S3)18,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 3353
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 10,266 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 10,266 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2019 10,115 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 9,801 miles

lap timer in the way of handbrake

Pass 24 Mar 2017 9,642 miles

both rear tyres worn very close to limits

miner engine oil leak

Fail 15 Mar 2017 9,642 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn very close to limits

miner engine oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2016 95,316 miles

rear tyres worn low

Pass 3 Mar 2015 9,419 miles

both rear tyres on legal limit

lap timer in the way of handbrake lever

nearside rack gaiter spit/holed

Fail 3 Mar 2015 9,419 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres on legal limit

nearside rack gaiter spit/holed

Pass 26 Feb 2014 9,264 miles

nearside rear tyre worn low

Fail 26 Feb 2014 92,631 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside rear tyre worn low

Pass 7 Feb 2013 9,108 miles

nearside rear tyre is wearing the inner edge

Pass 3 Oct 2012 90,996 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 8,288 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 8,430 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 7,848 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 5,385 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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GIG 3353 is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 18,373 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 GIG 3353, 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 24 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GIG 3353 registered?

GIG 3353 is a 2002 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 19 April 2002.

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