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GN51 UPX

2001 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,147 mi
Last recorded20,147 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2012
Typical for 2001 Caterham Seven (S3)16,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 UPX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2012 20,147 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 19,290 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 18,265 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 18,265 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 16,223 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 14,249 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 12,557 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 10,999 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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GN51 UPX is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 16,528 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 GN51 UPX, 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 25 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN51 UPX registered?

GN51 UPX is a 2001 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GN51 UPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 UPX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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