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GN53 MYT

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,608 mi
Last recorded21,608 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 MYT
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 21,608 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 21,387 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 21,052 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 20,501 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 20,415 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 19,248 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 19,074 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 18,266 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 17,108 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 14,927 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 13,022 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2010 13,021 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 10,914 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 6,283 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 4,848 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 3,035 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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GN53 MYT is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,083 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 GN53 MYT, 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 23 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN53 MYT registered?

GN53 MYT is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is GN53 MYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 MYT 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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