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BT53 NHC

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,007 mi
Last recorded29,007 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 NHC
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 29,007 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2025 28,215 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 27,284 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 27,272 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 26,888 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 26,344 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 24,719 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 23,953 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 21,708 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 20,805 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 20,131 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 18,461 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 18,391 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 17,150 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 151,125 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 151,125 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 12,806 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 12,806 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 11,534 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 9,806 miles

advise front wheel bearings have slight play

advise rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 17 Aug 2007 7,191 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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BT53 NHC is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 BT53 NHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BT53 NHC registered?

BT53 NHC is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 16 September 2004.

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