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J8 YPD

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,986 mi
Last recorded11,986 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 YPD
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 11,986 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 10,314 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 9,727 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 8,999 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 7,689 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 7,911 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 7,599 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 7,590 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,450 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 7,052 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 63,933 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 5,580 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 55,537 miles

Steering rack damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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J8 YPD is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 15,083 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 J8 YPD, 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 23 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J8 YPD registered?

J8 YPD is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 February 2003.

Is J8 YPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 YPD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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