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KS05 DZH

2005 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

35,143 mi
Last recorded35,143 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Caterham Seven (S3)14,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS05 DZH
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 35,143 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 33,887 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 32,568 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 32,568 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 May 2023 31,399 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2022 30,017 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 28,518 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2021 28,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 26,754 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 25,653 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 24,379 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 22,912 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 22,909 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2015 21,839 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 20,339 miles
Fail 10 May 2014 20,339 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2013 19,538 miles

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 18,278 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 16,287 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 16,287 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 14,758 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 14,751 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 12,571 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 12,044 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 12,044 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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KS05 DZH is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2005 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 14,663 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 KS05 DZH, 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 21 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 KS05 DZH registered?

KS05 DZH is a 2005 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 16 May 2005.

Is KS05 DZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS05 DZH shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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