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R300 FAB

2003 Caterham 7

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,051 mi
Last recorded9,051 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Caterham 716,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 FAB
MakeCaterham
Model7
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 May 2026 9,051 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 7,730 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 7,456 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 6,219 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 6,184 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 6,025 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 5,890 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 5,654 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 5,280 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 5,069 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 4,679 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 4,242 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 3,897 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 3,310 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 3,158 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 2,904 miles

How Reliable is the Caterham 7?

Based on 6,444 MOT tests across 473 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
570
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 71
fog lamp not working 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 36
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Steering rack gaiter split 35
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R300 FAB is a 2003 Caterham 7 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Caterham 7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 16,312 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Caterham 7 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R300 FAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R300 FAB registered?

R300 FAB is a 2003 Caterham 7, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is R300 FAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 FAB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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