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GN05 OSC

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

40,832 mi
Last recorded40,832 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 OSC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 40,832 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 35,862 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 34,093 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 34,082 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 33,748 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 32,597 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 29,542 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 29,419 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 29,312 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 28,952 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 27,636 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 27,274 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,638 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 24,772 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,626 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 21,673 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,009 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 20,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 15,179 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,382 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 13,428 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 OSC is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 OSC, 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 OSC registered?

GN05 OSC is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 5 May 2005.

Is GN05 OSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 OSC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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