2001 Caterham Seven (S3) 1.8L Petrol · Y573 HVY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean pass during the most recent inspection on 27 February 2025 at 1,902 miles. This result reflects no defects or advisories, following a period of perfect scores in early 2024. The data suggests the car is currently maintained in a condition that meets all regulatory standards despite its infrequent use. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 25-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 76 miles per year over its lifespan. The record shows a significant gap in usage between the September 2019 test and the February 2024, during which the mileage remained static at 1,902 miles. The three tests conducted within two days in February 2024 indicate a period of administrative activity or perhaps sale preparation rather than active mechanical wear, confirming the vehicle sits as a collector's item. While the MOT history is clean, the low mileage necessitates a physical inspection of components associated with long-term storage. A buyer must check for rubber degradation in suspension bushes, split hoses, and perished brake lines which often occur regardless of distance driven. The single failure in June 2019 at 1,902 miles without a recorded defect is an anomaly, but the subsequent lack of any advisories regarding corrosion or brake binding suggests that the structural integrity of the chassis remains sound.