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GN03 HXT

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

51,824 mi
Last recorded51,824 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 HXT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 51,824 miles

Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Outer Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 51,053 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 49,488 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 48,995 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 47,930 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 45,605 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 43,457 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2014 41,879 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Dec 2014 41,879 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 38,666 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 34,503 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 34,223 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 32,809 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 31,877 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2007 28,247 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 24,644 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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GN03 HXT is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,588cc 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 GN03 HXT, 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 GN03 HXT registered?

GN03 HXT is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is GN03 HXT safe to buy?

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