Official DVLA Record

2003 Caterham Seven 1.6L Petrol · GC03 BUV

GC03 BUV

2003 Caterham Seven (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2003. Recorded mileage 8,685 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
CATERHAM SEVEN
Year / Origin
2003 · Maidstone
MOT Status
Valid until 14/10/2024
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
8,685 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 14/10/2024
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
1588cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2003 Caterham Seven has a remarkably clean MOT history, with all recorded tests from 2015 to 2023 showing "PASSED" status and no defects. The most recent MOT on 2023-10-16 confirms the vehicle met safety standards at 8,685 miles. This consistency suggests no immediate safety risks or urgent repairs are indicated by the MOT records. The vehicle’s mileage of 8,685 miles over 23 years equates to roughly 378 miles annually, which is exceptionally low. This could reflect minimal use, extended periods of storage, or infrequent driving. While low mileage often implies less wear on components like brakes and suspension, it also raises concerns about potential issues from inactivity, such as degraded fluids, dry rot in rubber parts, or corrosion in unused systems. The MOT history shows no worsening trend. All entries, including the 2015 test at 8,503 miles, recorded no defects, and the mileage has remained nearly static over eight years. This stability suggests the vehicle has not experienced significant mechanical deterioration. However, the lack of mileage growth makes it difficult to assess long-term wear patterns, as there is no evidence of progressive issues.

GC03 BUV Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2023
  • 8,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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GC03 BUV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Jun 2026, 21:22
MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2003 Caterham Seven (GC03 BUV) between October 2023 and October 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

PASS
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ADVISORY