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GM03 FDD

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,034 mi
Last recorded39,034 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 FDD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 39,034 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 39,023 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 9 May 2025 37,839 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 37,827 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 34,725 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 33,195 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 31,829 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 28,822 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 27,801 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 25,073 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 22,281 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 20,524 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 19,250 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 14,851 miles

O/S/F tyre 2mm on inner edge

O/S/F tyre sidewall starting to crack & perish

Pass 2 May 2012 12,558 miles

N/S/R tyre worn outer edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2011 12,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 12,313 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 11,744 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 103,665 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 91,010 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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GM03 FDD is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GM03 FDD, 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 GM03 FDD registered?

GM03 FDD is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 24 July 2003.

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