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G18 APB

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,161 mi
Last recorded17,161 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG18 APB
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 17,161 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 17,150 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 16,958 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 16,947 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 16,631 miles

nearside rear park brake not working as well as offside

Fail 2 May 2017 16,622 miles

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

nearside rear park brake not working as well as offside

Pass 3 May 2016 16,516 miles

park brake poor on nearside

Pass 6 May 2015 16,506 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 16,496 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,753 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,702 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 15,691 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 15,681 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 13,065 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 9,851 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 6,886 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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G18 APB is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 G18 APB, 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 G18 APB registered?

G18 APB is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 1 April 2004.

Is G18 APB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G18 APB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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