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GN04 YTW

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

31,984 mi
Last recorded31,984 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN04 YTW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 31,984 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 30,383 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 29,816 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 28,538 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 26,680 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2022 26,671 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front wipers removed- no windscreen

o/s/r lamp cracked

Pass 26 Jan 2021 24,201 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 23,684 miles

Brakes noisy when applied

Wipers removed-no windscreen

Fail 28 Aug 2019 23,684 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Brakes noisy when applied

Wipers removed-no windscreen

Pass 24 Aug 2018 22,328 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 21,755 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 20,962 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 19,566 miles

Centre mirror loose

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 19,036 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 16,155 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,843 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 10,295 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 8,441 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 5,316 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 2,486 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 2,337 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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GN04 YTW is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GN04 YTW, 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 GN04 YTW registered?

GN04 YTW is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 2 June 2004.

Is GN04 YTW safe to buy?

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