SMART 2012 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in December 2025 at 69,504 miles resulted in a pass with only a minor advisory regarding the windscreen. This follows a failure in December 2024 at 64,141 miles where the tester identified a heavily corroded rear silencer causing an exhaust leak and poor emission readings. Given that the exhaust system was rectified to pass the subsequent test, the immediate mechanical risk related to emissions appears to have been addressed. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 69,504 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-frequency usage with roughly 3,300 miles driven between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This low mileage typically suggests less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, but it also increases the likelihood of age-related rubber degradation, such as perished brake hoses or bushings, if the vehicle has sat stationary for long periods between intervals. A buyer should specifically inspect the windscreen, as it has been a recurring issue for at least four consecutive tests back to 2022. While it has not yet caused an MOT failure, the persistent damage suggests a lack of attention to cosmetic repairs. More importantly, a physical inspection of the exhaust system is necessary to ensure the 2024 failure was a permanent repair rather than a temporary patch. Given the low mileage, a check for surface corrosion on the brake discs and seized calipers is vital, as these components often suffer on vehicles that are not driven frequently.