2016 Smart (mcc) Fortwo 1.0L Petrol · EY66 ABZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a recent passing result in April 2026. The most recent test at 77,031 miles required a minor rectification of a defective offside front windscreen wiper blade and an inoperative registration plate lamp to achieve a pass. These issues represent minor consumable wear rather than mechanical failure. The absence of any advisories or defects in the April 2025 test suggests a period of high-quality maintenance, though the subsequent failure in 2026 indicates a slight lapse in routine pre-MOT inspections. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year usage pattern, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. The records show a steady progression from 10,317 miles in 2019 to 77,031 miles in 2026. A notable increase occurred between the December 2020 test at 14,761 miles and the January 2023 test at 50,090 miles, representing a period of higher utilization. This increased usage aligns with the wear noted during that 2023 inspection, where the tester flagged all four tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and identified thinning front brake pads. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and tyre condition. The 2023 record highlighted significant wear across all tyres and the front brake pads, suggesting that while the vehicle is currently compliant, the owner may neglect consumable replacements until they reach a failure point. The December 2021 failure regarding an inoperative nearside parking brake warrants a functional check to ensure the handbrake mechanism remains fully operational and does not suffer from sticking or uneven tension. The overall history does not suggest any underlying structural or serious mechanical issues. The faults recorded are largely related to lighting, wipers, and consumables. Given the history of tyre and brake wear, verifying the remaining tread depth and the thickness of the brake discs and pads during a viewing would be a prudent step to confirm the current state of the vehicle's maintenance cycle.