CATERHAM SUPER 72011 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of resolving minor defects upon inspection. The most recent test conducted in October 2021 at 8,609 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories. This followed a failure on the same day due solely to an ineffective front windscreen wiper, indicating that the owner was willing to rectify consumable-related failures immediately to bring the car up to test standard. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 574 miles per year. There is a significant four-year gap between the July 2016 test at 7,690 miles and the March 2020 test at 7,934 miles, during which only 244 miles were recorded. While this limits mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of dormancy often lead to the degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion in fluid systems. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and artworkwork, as the 2016Test flagged a critical failure regarding excessive play in both the nearside and offside track control arm inner bushes. Although these were rectified for the subsequent passes, the low-use nature of the car suggests that rubber bushes may be hardening or cracking rather than worn out. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the chassis for structural integrity and corrosion is mandatory, as the MOT history does not provide detail on underbody rust. Verify that all electrical components, specifically the rear fog lamp which previously failed in 2016, remain fully functional.