2000 SECMA FUN TEAM 350 SPORTS0.3L PETROL

The vehicle's current roadworthiness status is passing, but the mechanical trend shows a worsening condition regarding the front-end assembly. While the most recent test on 19 March 2026 at 4,621 miles resulted in a pass, the tester identified slight play in the nearside front wheel bearing. This follows a pattern of degradation observed in previous years, where the same component was flagged as noisy in both July 2024 and July 2023. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a 26-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 178 miles per year. However, the data contains a significant discrepancy. The July 2023 test recorded 15,670 miles, yet the subsequent tests in July 2024 and March 2026 show the mileage dropping back down to the 4,500 range. This suggests a clerical error in the 2023 entry rather than actual mileage reduction. The extremely low usage suggests the vehicle has spent long periods stationary, which often leads to component degradation despite minimal mechanical wear. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the nearside front wheel bearing to determine if the play has progressed to a point requiring immediate replacement. The recurring nature of this fault indicates that the bearing is failing and may eventually lead to more significant hub or suspension issues. The 2023 record also noted a damaged offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover, so the integrity of the steering linkage should be verified to ensure no further deterioration has occurred. Given the history of lighting and alignment failures in July 2022, a check of the headlamp aim and electrical connections is also prudent. Because the vehicle appears to be driven infrequently, I recommend inspecting all rubber components, such as suspension bushes and seals, for signs of perishing or cracking caused by age and lack of movement.