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GK51 ODX

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,944 mi
Last recorded28,944 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 ODX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,944 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 28,281 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 28,281 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 26,912 miles

offside rear tyre worn close to wear indicator bars

Pass 15 Nov 2013 26,009 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 26,009 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 25,006 miles

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 26 Oct 2011 24,239 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 24,227 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 22,932 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 21,605 miles

Heavy oil leak from the diff. pinion oil seal

Pass 26 Nov 2008 20,606 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 205,963 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,521 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 17,567 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2005 149,918 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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GK51 ODX is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 GK51 ODX, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GK51 ODX registered?

GK51 ODX is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 3 December 2001.

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