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GN56 RHX

2007 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,540 mi
Last recorded36,540 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2007 Caterham Seven (S3)12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN56 RHX
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 36,540 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 35,444 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 34,123 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 32,992 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 31,374 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 30,374 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 27,059 miles

Clip holding heatsheild angered under side

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Has been shortened (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 25,545 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 23,572 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 23,572 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 22,348 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 20,724 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 20,724 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 19,085 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 16,335 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2011 16,320 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,199 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 13,311 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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GN56 RHX is a 2007 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2007 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,843 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 GN56 RHX, 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 19 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GN56 RHX registered?

GN56 RHX is a 2007 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 12 January 2007.

Is GN56 RHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN56 RHX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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