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LF53 YBL

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,984 mi
Last recorded17,984 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 YBL
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 May 2024 17,984 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 17,423 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 17,156 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 15,675 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 15,638 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 15,275 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 14,633 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 14,466 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 13,607 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 12,055 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 10,979 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 10,046 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 9,265 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 76,747 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 5,905 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 4,947 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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LF53 YBL is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 15,022 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 LF53 YBL, 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 22 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LF53 YBL registered?

LF53 YBL is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is LF53 YBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 YBL shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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