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GN55 VWF

2006 Caterham Seven (S3)

Gold Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,572 mi
Last recorded9,572 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2006 Caterham Seven (S3)13,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 VWF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2006
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 9,572 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 7,760 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 6,906 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 6,890 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak on sump

Rear antiroll bar linkages worn

Rear diff doesnt appear to be inline

front anti roll bar linkage bushes worn

offside front rack boot worn

offside hand brake cable rubs on drive shaft

offside rear wheel appears to have been rubbing on rear suspension at some point

oil leak on gearbox

oil leak on rear diff

Pass 4 Jan 2019 6,018 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 185/60/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm, 185/60/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, 185/60/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sump damaged

Pass 8 Jan 2010 6,018 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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GN55 VWF is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) in Gold with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 13,584 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 VWF, 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 20 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN55 VWF registered?

GN55 VWF is a 2006 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is GN55 VWF safe to buy?

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