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GN05 EKO

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,594 mi
Last recorded19,594 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 EKO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2024 19,594 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 19,498 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 19,384 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 19,352 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 18,965 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 18,330 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 17,786 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 17,630 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 16,989 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 16,318 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 15,559 miles

advice customer to check details of chassis number on log book due to different one that was used for mot test !!

Pass 12 May 2011 13,565 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 12,727 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 9,025 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 4,780 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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GN05 EKO is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 GN05 EKO, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN05 EKO registered?

GN05 EKO is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is GN05 EKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 EKO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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