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GN53 NGE

2003 Caterham Seven

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,919 mi
Last recorded18,919 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven14,725 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 NGE
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2013 18,919 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 18,617 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 18,459 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 18,210 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 17,827 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 17,186 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 13,739 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 12,943 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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GN53 NGE is a 2003 Caterham Seven in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 14,725 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Seven fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 NGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 23 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN53 NGE registered?

GN53 NGE is a 2003 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GN53 NGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 NGE shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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