1999 Westfield SEI 1.8L Petrol · Q301 HVG

The Westfield SEI presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent test on 12 June 2025 at 13,891 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. Across the five available MOT entries from August 2021 through June 2025, the vehicle cleared every examination without a single advisory or failure. The upkeep pattern is consistent and shows no worsening or recurring fault lines. The recorded mileage reflects exceptionally light use for a 1999-built kit car. The August 2021 test at 13,102 miles and the June 2025 test at 13,891 miles show only 789 miles added across nearly four years, averaging roughly 200 miles annually. No gaps appear between tests, with each renewal falling within statutory windows, and the clean record across all dates suggests the keeper prioritised preservation over regular road use. Such low accumulation typically limits wear on drivetrain and brake components but raises the risk of perished rubber, stale fluids, and standing corrosion. A buyer should still commission an in-person inspection of structural integrity given the car's 27-year age and likely prolonged static periods. The MOT record flags no corrosion or chassis concerns, yet Westfield spaceframe and GRP bodywork can develop hidden rust at suspension mounting points and floor joints unseen in a lift-free test. Check suspension bushes, coil spring condition, and brake disc face pitting for evidence of inactivity rather than use. Verify the brake calipers are not seizing after standing, and confirm tyre sidewalls have not cracked from age despite legal tread. The absence of advisories implies careful ownership, but low mileage alone does not certify mechanical fitness without a hands-on check of consumables and fluid history.