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GN05 KUP

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,994 mi
Last recorded25,994 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 KUP
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 25,994 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 23,615 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 23,431 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 20,723 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 17,495 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 14,319 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 12,841 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 12,127 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 11,331 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 9,921 miles

Nearside front tyre 2mm on inside edge

Nearside rear tyre 3mm

Offside front tyre 2mm on inside edge

Offside rear tyre 3mm

Fail 5 Feb 2013 9,921 miles

Nearside front tyre 2mm on inside edge

Nearside rear tyre 3mm

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside front tyre 2mm on inside edge

Offside rear tyre 3mm

Pass 27 Feb 2012 7,539 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 5,085 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 49,263 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 3,815 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 3,193 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 2,311 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 KUP is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KUP, 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 KUP registered?

GN05 KUP is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is GN05 KUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 KUP shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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