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GN57 DDU

2007 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,553 mi
Last recorded30,553 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Caterham Seven (S3)12,843 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 DDU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 30,553 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 29,840 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 27,665 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 27,603 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 26,314 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 26,310 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 24,914 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 23,870 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

nearside front tyre has slight cracks

Pass 3 Apr 2018 22,544 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 21,828 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 21,828 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 20,133 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,608 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,871 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 15,265 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 13,025 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 11,308 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 10,714 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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GN57 DDU is a 2007 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN57 DDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN57 DDU?

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What year was GN57 DDU registered?

GN57 DDU is a 2007 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 September 2007.

Is GN57 DDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 DDU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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