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LK03 LHU

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,949 mi
Last recorded18,949 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 LHU
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 18,949 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 18,949 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 18,852 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 18,826 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 18,616 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 18,419 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 17,820 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 17,556 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 17,524 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 17,524 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 17,057 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 14,885 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 13,967 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 12,778 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 12,201 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 9,651 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,056 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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LK03 LHU is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LK03 LHU, 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 LK03 LHU registered?

LK03 LHU is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LK03 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK03 LHU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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