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M31 DJW

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

32,096 mi
Last recorded32,096 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM31 DJW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 32,096 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 30,403 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 28,657 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 27,519 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Mar 2023 27,519 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 25,932 miles

Chips to windscreen.

Pass 22 Dec 2020 24,573 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 23,230 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 22,186 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 21,592 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin low (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 20,883 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 19,843 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 18,923 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2012 18,018 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 16,638 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 15,538 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 13,842 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 12,482 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 11,437 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 8,877 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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M31 DJW is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M31 DJW, 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 M31 DJW registered?

M31 DJW is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 4 March 2003.

Is M31 DJW safe to buy?

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