2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour 1.0L Petrol · C11 OAK

The 2016 Smart Forfour presents a clean DVSA roadworthiness record across the five consecutive annual MOT tests on file, most recently passing on 10 February 2026 with no advisories or failures logged. From the earliest entry in January 2022 through to early 2026, every test has returned a pass with zero recorded defects, indicating a stable trend across the documented period. This absence of advisories is notable for a ten-year-old vehicle, though it must be stressed that an MOT pass only confirms the car met the minimum statutory standard on the day of testing; it does not constitute evidence of mechanical soundness, careful upkeep, or general reliability. Mileage accumulation sits at 91,537 miles recorded against an approximate age of ten years, giving an average of around 9,154 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a small city car of this vintage. The tests run on a consistent yearly cadence from January 2022 through to February 2026, and the absence of large gaps between tests means the mileage progression can be tracked without missing data. A consistent annual testing pattern combined with no recorded defects across consecutive years suggests the car has been presented for inspection regularly, although the document itself provides no information regarding interim servicing, repair invoices, or general mechanical care. With no advisories on file, there are no recurring faults flagged for a buyer to prioritise from the MOT history alone. Nevertheless, a pre-purchase physical inspection should still cover the areas most prone to wear on a tall, short-wheelbase urban vehicle of this age and mileage: corrosion around the rear axle, exhaust mounting, and inner sill sections; condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and dampers given the mileage; brake disc lipping and caliper operation; and tyre tread depth, as even cars passing cleanly can present borderline tyres between tests. A handbrake effectiveness check and a thorough underbody examination for structural rust would be particularly worthwhile, as MOT testing does not always reveal surface-level corrosion that may be developing out of sight. Finally, confirming the service history independently remains essential, as the MOT record alone cannot verify cambelt or fluid change intervals. Buying score: 78. Risk level: Low.