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GN54 LGW

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

6,969 mi
Last recorded6,969 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 LGW
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 6,969 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 6,969 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 6,540 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2023 5,387 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 5,826 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 5,124 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 5,124 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 5,017 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 4,607 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 3,779 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 2,684 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 2,125 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 484 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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GN54 LGW is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GN54 LGW, 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 GN54 LGW registered?

GN54 LGW is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 22 September 2004.

Is GN54 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 LGW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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