2003 Caterham Superlight 300 1.8L Petrol · GN53 YRT

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the latest MOT on 8 March 2024 passed with a rear brake disc noted as worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened. The preceding failure on 1 March 2024 revealed multiple defects including binding rear brakes, excessively worn suspension arm ball joints, and worn anti‑roll bar pins or bushes, indicating a recent deterioration that has not yet been fully resolved. The recorded mileage of 10,854 miles at the 2024 test corresponds to an average of roughly 472 miles per year over 23 years, with notable gaps such as the jump from 7,227 miles in May 2017 to 7,342 miles in July 2019, then to 7,408 miles in June 2020, and finally to 9,924 miles in August 2021, suggesting periods of standing followed by clusters of use. Earlier entries show steady accumulation from 5,904 miles in March 2012 to 7,227 miles in May 2017, then a longer pause before the mileage leapt again in 2020, reflecting both light use and occasional high‑ mileage bursts. Recurring advisories on the rear brake disc, worn suspension arm ball joints, and anti‑roll bar pins or bushes appear across multiple tests, indicating that these components have been neglected and may require replacement or refurbishment. The 2024 failure also flagged a faulty hazard warning switch and a missing front registration plate, while earlier tests recorded no structural rust but noted wear on suspension components that could affect handling stability. A prospective buyer should have a qualified technician examine the condition of the rear brake discs for pitting or scoring that could affect heat dissipation, check the play in the front and rear suspension arm ball joints for excessive wear, and verify the integrity of the anti‑roll bar mounting points, while also confirming that the hazard warning switch operates correctly and that the vehicle’s structure shows no hidden corrosion that could compromise chassis rigidity.