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GK03 KKZ

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

38,406 mi
Last recorded38,406 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK03 KKZ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2023 38,406 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 36,930 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 36,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2019 36,073 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 35,531 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 34,406 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 32,459 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 31,099 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 29,234 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,059 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 25,681 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 23,439 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 18,093 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 15,165 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 11,729 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 8,991 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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GK03 KKZ is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK03 KKZ, 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 GK03 KKZ registered?

GK03 KKZ is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 7 July 2003.

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The MOT history for GK03 KKZ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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