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GN06 LZD

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,506 mi
Last recorded32,506 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN06 LZD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 32,506 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 31,794 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 31,261 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 31,261 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 30,064 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 26,827 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 25,100 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2020 25,100 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 24,254 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 24,254 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2018 22,877 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 21,926 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 20,336 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 18,030 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 11,813 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 9,341 miles

steering wheel sligh movement in top fixing

Pass 25 May 2012 7,875 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 7,846 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 5,128 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 5,128 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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GN06 LZD is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 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 GN06 LZD, 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 20 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 GN06 LZD registered?

GN06 LZD is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 5 June 2006.

Is GN06 LZD safe to buy?

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