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KR52 YSB

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,022 mi
Last recorded34,022 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR52 YSB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 34,022 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 32,215 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2023 30,607 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 29,880 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 29,053 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 27,360 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 26,318 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 25,957 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 25,675 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 24,866 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 24,862 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 22,358 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 19,676 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 17,918 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 15,900 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 13,523 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 10,886 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 6,963 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 6,420 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 5,911 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 5,673 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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KR52 YSB is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 KR52 YSB, 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.

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What year was KR52 YSB registered?

KR52 YSB is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is KR52 YSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR52 YSB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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