SMART EQ FORFOUR EXCLUSIVE2021 · ELECTRICITY

The most recent MOT, carried out on 15 November 2025, was a clean pass at 41,182 miles with no defects recorded. The previous test a year earlier (15 November 2024) also passed without any recorded issues, at 30,871 miles. Over the twelve‑month interval the car added roughly 10,300 miles – about 5,150 miles per year – which is a little below the typical 8,000‑9,000 miles per year for a vehicle of this age. This suggests the car has been driven relatively gently, or may have spent periods of low use, but the mileage figure is not high enough to raise immediate concerns about accelerated wear. Because both MOTs are defect‑free, there is no evidence of a worsening mechanical trend. The pattern appears stable: no recurring faults, no emerging safety items, and no recorded advisories. With only two data points, the history is limited, but the lack of defects over the past year indicates that the major safety‑critical systems (brakes, lights, tyres, suspension) have been satisfactory at the times of testing. The mileage‑to‑age ratio (about 8,200 miles per year) sits close to the average for a five‑year‑old car, so wear on consumables such as brake pads, tyres, and suspension components should be typical for its age. However, because the car is an electric Smart EQ, the battery and high‑voltage system deserve particular attention – these items are not reflected in MOT defect listings but are critical to the vehicle’s reliability. What to inspect first: - Verify the health of the high‑voltage battery and check for any warning lights on the dashboard.