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R300 CYA

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,809 mi
Last recorded30,809 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 CYA
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 30,809 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 29,110 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 29,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 28,923 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 28,884 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 28,433 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 27,390 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 26,911 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 25,991 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,484 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 24,413 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 22,382 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 21,114 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 19,759 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 17,249 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 14,702 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 10,644 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 10,193 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2007 10,172 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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R300 CYA is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R300 CYA, 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 R300 CYA registered?

R300 CYA is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 3 June 2004.

Is R300 CYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 CYA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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