1988 Westfield Seven 1.7L Petrol · Q587 UHB

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in February 2023 at 3,497 miles where no defects were recorded. While the history shows two failures immediately preceding successful passes, these appear to be isolated incidents rather than a worsening mechanical trend. The lack of advisories on the final test suggests that the chassis and structural components were in a clean condition at the time of the last official inspection. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 38-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 92 miles per year. There are significant gaps between tests, such as the two-year interval between 2017 and 2019, and a lengthy four-year gap between 2019 and 2023. The mileage remained virtually static, moving only 156 miles between the 2017 and 2023 tests over six years. This indicates the car is likely stored for long periods rather than being subjected to regular daily road use. A buyer must focus the physical inspection on components affected by long-term dormancy rather than mechanical wear. The low mileage increases the risk of perished rubber hoses, seized brake calipers, and degraded suspension bushes which have not been cycled regularly. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check of the frame for structural corrosion is essential, as static vehicles can develop surface rust. Additionally, the state of the tyres and the integrity of the fuel system should be verified, as these components de-grade over time despite the very low odometer reading.