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GN08 WVT

2008 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

36,051 mi
Last recorded36,051 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Caterham Seven (S3)11,205 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 WVT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 36,051 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 35,557 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 35,392 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 34,683 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 33,357 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 32,785 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 30,866 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 28,690 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 24,447 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2016 19,934 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 19,934 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 17,987 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 14,162 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 10,467 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 8,197 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 6,164 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 WVT is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WVT, 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 WVT registered?

GN08 WVT is a 2008 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is GN08 WVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 WVT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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