2006 Caterham Super 7 1.6L Petrol · GN06 EUP

The vehicle presents a stable and improving mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass on 9 June 2026 at 2,302 miles with zero defects recorded. Across the entire five-year history from 2022 through 2026, every single annual test has passed first time with no advisories or failures whatsoever. This is an exceptionally rare record for any vehicle, let alone a specialist lightweight sports car of this age. The maintenance trajectory is unambiguously stable, with no recurring faults, no emerging wear patterns, and no evidence of deferred repairs. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very gentle, consistent use. The recorded figure grew from 961 miles in June 2022 to 2,302 miles by June 2026, representing an annual average of roughly 336 miles per year over that four-year window, though the broader lifetime average sits closer to 115 miles per year across the vehicle's full twenty-year existence. There are no suspicious gaps between test dates, and the odometer progression is smooth and linear, rising by 353 miles between 2022 and 2023, 303 miles between 2023 and 2024, 280 miles between 2024 and 2025, and 407 miles between 2025 and 2026. The slight uptick in the most recent year suggests the car is being used more regularly now than in prior years, which is actually beneficial for a vehicle that otherwise risks deterioration from prolonged standing. Despite the flawless test record, a buyer should still commission a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas that MOT tests do not fully assess. The chassis and structural mounting points on a Caterham Super 7 of this vintage deserve close scrutiny for corrosion, particularly around the front bulkhead, rear chassis outriggers, and suspension pickup points, as these lightweight frames are vulnerable to surface rust and fatigue cracking that may not manifest as a test failure. Suspension bushes, coil spring condition, and damper operation should be physically checked, since a car covering fewer than 400 miles per year can develop flat-spotted tyres, perished rubber components, and seized brake calipers from sitting idle rather than from wear. The braking system, including disc condition and fluid age, warrants a fluid change if not recently done, as moisture ingress from long stationary periods is a known risk on low-mileage vehicles. Finally, the exhaust system and engine mounts should be inspected for corrosion and deterioration, as these are common failure points on vehicles that spend extended periods in storage between short drives.