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GN08 SRO

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

9,701 mi
Last recorded9,701 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 SRO
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 9,701 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 8,872 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 8,527 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 8,027 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 7,480 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 6,784 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 6,171 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2020 6,169 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 5,255 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2019 5,254 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 5,026 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 4,744 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 4,463 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 4,062 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 3,789 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 3,496 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 3,230 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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GN08 SRO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 11,205 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 GN08 SRO, 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 18 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 GN08 SRO registered?

GN08 SRO is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is GN08 SRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 SRO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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