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GN04 HXV

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

12,368 mi
Last recorded12,368 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 HXV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 12,368 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 12,048 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 11,882 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 11,628 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 11,493 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 11,336 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2020 11,336 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 10,864 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 10,478 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 9,458 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 8,696 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 8,289 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 7,762 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 7,762 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 7,032 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 7,032 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 6,656 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,313 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 5,958 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 5,724 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 4,707 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 3,846 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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GN04 HXV is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 GN04 HXV, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN04 HXV registered?

GN04 HXV is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is GN04 HXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN04 HXV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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