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GC03 BUV

2003 Caterham Seven

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,685 mi
Last recorded8,685 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Caterham Seven14,725 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC03 BUV
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2023 8,685 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 8,610 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 8,600 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 8,541 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 8,503 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 8,410 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 8,410 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,117 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 8,117 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 3 May 2008 81,542 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham Seven?

Based on 6,710 MOT tests across 537 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
616
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
537
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 84
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 47
Steering rack gaiter split 42
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 32
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
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GC03 BUV is a 2003 Caterham Seven in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Seven models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 14,725 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GC03 BUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Seven typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 23 years old, this Caterham Seven is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GC03 BUV registered?

GC03 BUV is a 2003 Caterham Seven, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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