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GN55 LHC

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

25,024 mi
Last recorded25,024 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 LHC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 25,024 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 24,782 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 24,155 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 23,371 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 21,960 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 20,667 miles

Nearside handbrake lever not resting on stop

Fail 7 Dec 2016 20,667 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside handbrake lever not resting on stop

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 20,214 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 20,003 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 15,748 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 12,859 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 8,679 miles

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

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

diff oil leak

Fail 28 Oct 2011 8,676 miles

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

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

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

diff oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2010 8,052 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 6,177 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 6,001 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 6,001 miles

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

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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GN55 LHC is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 GN55 LHC, 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 21 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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GN55 LHC is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 October 2005.

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