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GK04 JTZ

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,616 mi
Last recorded34,616 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK04 JTZ
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 34,616 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 34,554 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,212 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 33,749 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 32,689 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 30,758 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 30,683 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,366 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 24,199 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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GK04 JTZ is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GK04 JTZ, 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 GK04 JTZ registered?

GK04 JTZ is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 July 2004.

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