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R300 MWS

2004 Caterham Seven (S3)

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,116 mi
Last recorded26,116 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Caterham Seven (S3)15,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 MWS
MakeCaterham
ModelSeven (S3)
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 26,116 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 25,540 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 24,775 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2024 24,775 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 23,910 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 23,401 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2022 23,401 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 22,382 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 21,394 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 20,634 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 19,924 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 17,653 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 16,679 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 15,232 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,655 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 13,866 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 12,855 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

offside front tyre tread wearing low 3mm

Pass 16 Jul 2010 11,895 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 11,081 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 8,718 miles

offside front tyre inner sidewall slightly cut,no cords or ply showing at time of test

Fail 15 Jul 2008 8,718 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside front tyre inner sidewall slightly cut,no cords or ply showing at time of test

Pass 10 Jul 2007 7,058 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 7,052 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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R300 MWS is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3) in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R300 MWS, 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 R300 MWS registered?

R300 MWS is a 2004 Caterham Seven (S3), first registered on 13 July 2004.

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