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X733 GJF

2000 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

29,958 mi
Last recorded29,958 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Caterham Seven (S3)16,995 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX733 GJF
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 29,958 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 29,797 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 29,674 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 25,344 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 24,257 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 23,456 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 23,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2020 23,326 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 23,006 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 23,006 miles

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

Offside Brake cable has restricted free movement rubbing on driveshaft (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 21,795 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 21,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2017 20,916 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,962 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 18,852 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 18,723 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 18,583 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 18,514 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 18,375 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 18,109 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 18,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 17,883 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 17,772 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 17,575 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 16,826 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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X733 GJF is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 2000 Caterham Seven (S3) models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 16,995 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X733 GJF, 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 26 years old, this Caterham Seven (S3) is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X733 GJF registered?

X733 GJF is a 2000 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 31 December 2000.

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