£20,000 - £25,000
2004 Caterham Superlight R400SV
United Kingdom • 26 Feb 2026 • Lot 30011
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Caterham Superlight R400 features a 1.8-litre engine, six-speed manual gearbox, and is built on the SV chassis. With carbon fibre components and recent maintenance, this rare model is presented in Lotus Green and Gulf Orange.
Condition
7
Well-maintained, recent maintenance, some wear.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
SDKRD55R440050282
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
R40 OXX
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Background: Caterham Cars' Superlight R400 has long been regarded as one of the marque’s most formidable road and track-focused models.
Conceived as a lightweight, high-performance evolution of the Seven formula, the R400 combined low mass with significant power output, delivering vivid performance and direct driver engagement.
Powered by a 1.8-litre Rover K-series engine producing approximately 200bhp, the R400 is capable of 0 to 60mph in 3.9 seconds.
With a six-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip differential, it offers strong acceleration and traction, while its lightweight construction ensures immediate responses and agility.
Only around 40 examples of the R400 were produced, making it a rare variant within the Caterham range.
The Car: This example is built on the desirable SV (Series 5) chassis, offering increased cockpit space while retaining the lightweight character for which the Superlight models are known.
The larger chassis doesn't only offer more comfort but also has ...
Points of note
£26,800
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£27,463
Median Price (Since 2020)
£28,125
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on May 23 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
13,487 miles
Registration Date
2004-03-05
MOT History
Passed
On May 15 2025 with 13,487 miles
Passed
On May 24 2024 with 13,094 miles
Failed
On May 09 2024 with 13,089 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Major:
- Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- Emissions unable to be completed car overheats (8.2.1.2 (d))
Advisory:
- Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Passed
On May 02 2023 with 12,753 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On May 10 2022 with 12,543 miles
Passed
On May 04 2021 with 12,492 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed
On Jun 28 2019 with 12,350 miles
Passed
On Jun 07 2018 with 12,218 miles
Passed
On Jun 06 2017 with 12,212 miles
Passed
On May 06 2016 with 12,200 miles
Passed
On Jul 11 2014 with 11,566 miles
Passed
On May 02 2013 with 11,140 miles
Passed
On Nov 03 2011 with 9,547 miles
Failed
On Nov 03 2011 with 9,547 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
Passed
On Apr 01 2010 with 8,760 miles
Passed
On Apr 03 2009 with 7,616 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- fuel pipes to and from fuel rail on inlet manifold,in poor condition
Failed
On Apr 02 2009 with 7,616 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
User Entered:
- fuel pipes to and from fuel rail on inlet manifold,in poor condition
Passed
On Apr 04 2008 with 5,883 miles
Passed
On Feb 16 2007 with 5,532 miles
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