1991 CATERHAM SEVEN1.7L PETROL

This 1991 Caterham Seven presents with a very low average annual mileage of around 1,700 miles for its age. The most recent MOT pass in April 2026 was clean apart from a slightly damaged inner wall on the offside rear tyre. This suggests the core structure and many systems passed, but the vehicle is not without recent advisories. There is a clear recurring pattern of minor leaks and component wear, particularly focused on the offside rear of the car. Over the last three tests, you can see a persistent, though not severe, oil leak from the engine noted twice. More specifically, the offside rear area has been flagged in consecutive tests: first for a worn tyre edge, then for a lightly misting shock absorber, and now for a damaged tyre wall. This points to a need for close inspection of the offside rear suspension, damper, and tyre, as these issues appear to be evolving. The overall condition trend from the MOT history appears relatively stable, not worsening dramatically. The vehicle has passed all tests, and the recorded defects are typically minor items that are caught and monitored. The fact that the same general areas (oil leak, offside rear corner) are being flagged suggests these are known items to address rather than signs of systemic neglect.