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GN03 ZWR

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

12,716 mi
Last recorded12,716 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN03 ZWR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 12,716 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 12,559 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 12,194 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 12,145 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2017 11,959 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 11,528 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 11,129 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 10,584 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 9,554 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 8,130 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edge

slight play in rear anti-roll bar centre bushes

Pass 12 Oct 2010 4,419 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 4,233 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 4,011 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 38,022 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 11 May 2007 3,513 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 3,301 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 ZWR 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 GN03 ZWR, 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 ZWR registered?

GN03 ZWR is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is GN03 ZWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN03 ZWR 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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