CATERHAM UNKNOWN2021 · 2.0L Petrol

The Caterham presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 4 March 2026 at 7,408 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from 19 February 2025 at 6,996 miles. Two consecutive annual tests with zero advisories or failures indicate the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that satisfies DVSA requirements. Recorded mileage sits at 7,408 miles against an approximate five-year age, equating to roughly 1,482 miles per year. The odometer moved only 412 miles between the February 2025 and March 2026 tests. Such low annual accumulation suggests extended periods of storage or light recreational use rather than daily driving, a pattern typical of a Caterham kept as a weekend vehicle. The sparse history shows no gaps in testing and no sudden mileage jumps that would hint at undisclosed hard use. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the car's likely standing periods. Tyres and flexible brake hoses degrade with age and inactivity even when mileage stays low. The absence of corrosion or structural advisories in both tests is reassuring, but damp storage can hide early rust on chassis members not visible during a standard MOT. Given the clean record, no recurring mechanical faults demand correction before purchase. The previous owner appears to have addressed any wear proactively or simply covered too few miles to trigger consumable replacement. Verify service history and confirm fluid intervals, as low mileage does not exempt the engine and gearbox from age-related degradation.