2005 Caterham Roadsport 1.6L Petrol · K777 TRM

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-05-09 at 77 miles recorded a PASS with no defects, indicating the car met roadworthiness standards at that point. Previous tests from 2021 to 2023 also showed consistent PASSes with no recorded issues, suggesting a stable maintenance trend. However, the abrupt halt in mileage growth—remaining at 77 miles despite the car’s 21-year age—raises concerns about prolonged inactivity, which can accelerate component degradation beyond typical wear. The mileage pattern is highly irregular, with the car accumulating 9,403 miles between 2021 and 2023, then remaining static at 77 miles for over two years. This stagnation contrasts sharply with its age, implying potential storage conditions that may have led to fluid stagnation, battery depletion, or rubber component failure. The absence of mileage progression between 2023 and 2025 means no recent data exists to confirm whether the car’s systems remain functional after extended idleness. A buyer should prioritise inspecting for signs of long-term storage, including dry-rotted tyres, corroded brake discs, and seized suspension bushes. The lack of recent mileage also necessitates checking the exhaust system for internal rust and verifying the battery’s condition. While the MOT history shows no active faults, the car’s low usage profile demands a thorough mechanical evaluation to confirm that critical components have not deteriorated during inactivity.