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PN03 OXR

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

42,599 mi
Last recorded42,599 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 OXR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 42,599 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 41,483 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 40,168 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 39,262 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 38,239 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 36,303 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 35,572 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 33,770 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 31,801 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 29,435 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 26,853 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 25,955 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 25,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 23,809 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 21,849 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 19,996 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 18,529 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 15,827 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 12,546 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 9,562 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,520 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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PN03 OXR is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Blue 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 PN03 OXR, 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 PN03 OXR registered?

PN03 OXR is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 2 April 2003.

Is PN03 OXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN03 OXR 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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