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R300 JJR

2003 Caterham Seven (S3)

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

36,984 mi
Last recorded36,984 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven (S3)15,083 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 JJR
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 36,984 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 35,973 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 34,182 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 32,467 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 29,204 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 26,404 miles

clutch anti slip missing

Fail 9 Nov 2020 26,404 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

clutch anti slip missing

Pass 28 Jun 2019 21,925 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 19,929 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 16,170 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 15,799 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 15,571 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 15,223 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 14,805 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 13,951 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 12,653 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 11 Dec 2009 11,100 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 6,626 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 5,601 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 5,044 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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R300 JJR is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3) in Grey 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 R300 JJR, 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 R300 JJR registered?

R300 JJR is a 2003 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is R300 JJR safe to buy?

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