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GN53 RCU

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

13,966 mi
Last recorded13,966 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 RCU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 13,966 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 13,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 13,695 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 13,600 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 13,460 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 13,271 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 13,071 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 12,892 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 12,594 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 12,451 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 8 May 2015 12,100 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 11,779 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 11,770 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 111,518 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 10,424 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 9,838 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 9,016 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 8,742 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 8,742 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 8,140 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 8,138 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 6,921 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 RCU is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN53 RCU?

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What year was GN53 RCU registered?

GN53 RCU is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is GN53 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 RCU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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