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GN54 NXX

2004 Caterham 7

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,004 mi
Last recorded30,004 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham 715,867 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 NXX
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 30,004 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2024 29,779 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 29,446 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 28,873 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 28,284 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 27,591 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 26,843 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 25,887 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 24,343 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 22,010 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 20,385 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 20,365 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 18,617 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 17,081 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 14,845 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 11,510 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 10,170 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 8,486 miles

both front lower suspension joints

Pass 23 May 2008 42,200 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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GN54 NXX is a 2004 Caterham 7 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2004 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 15,867 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN54 NXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 22 years old, this Caterham 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN54 NXX registered?

GN54 NXX is a 2004 Caterham 7, first registered on 8 November 2004.

Is GN54 NXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 NXX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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