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GN53 PNU

2003 Caterham Super 7

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

52,784 mi
Last recorded52,784 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham Super 712,460 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 PNU
MakeCaterham
ModelSuper 7
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 52,784 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 52,525 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 52,102 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2023 51,295 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 50,580 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 49,423 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 47,143 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 45,049 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 45,049 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 41,371 miles

Offside Rear Outer cv boot slight leak

Pass 14 Feb 2017 39,680 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 39,680 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 38,481 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 36,906 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 35,715 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,043 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 32,843 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 30,834 miles

chip in screen

slight play in steering rack

Pass 5 Aug 2009 27,346 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 27,254 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 25,703 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 21,203 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 21,201 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Caterham Super 7?

Based on 10,821 MOT tests across 781 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
519
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
781
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 140
Steering rack gaiter split 93
fog lamp not working 85
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 79
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
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GN53 PNU is a 2003 Caterham Super 7 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Caterham Super 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 12,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham Super 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 140 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN53 PNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Caterham Super 7 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 23 years old, this Caterham Super 7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN53 PNU registered?

GN53 PNU is a 2003 Caterham Super 7, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is GN53 PNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 PNU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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