2022 Smart EQ Fortwo Brabus Line Electricity · J111 HDN

This vehicle has covered approximately 12,277 miles over four years, which is a notably low annual average. While low mileage often suggests a car that has seen light use, it can also indicate that the vehicle has spent significant periods sitting idle. You should be aware that extended periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to premature seizing of brake components or the degradation of rubber seals and tyres, which may not always be immediately apparent in a standard MOT test. The MOT history is generally positive, showing a clean pass in 2025 and a pass in 2026. However, the 2025 failure due to an excessively worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage is a point of interest. Although this was rectified promptly, the failure of a suspension component at such a low mileage could suggest either a manufacturing defect, an impact with a pothole or kerb, or simply the result of the vehicle sitting stationary for long durations, which can cause suspension bushings to stiffen or perish. The most recent MOT in February 2026 flagged a cut in the nearside rear tyre. While the tester deemed it safe enough to pass, it serves as a warning that the tyre has sustained damage. You should treat this as a sign that the current tyres may have been exposed to poor road conditions or kerbing, and it is worth verifying if the other tyres show similar signs of sidewall damage or uneven wear patterns. Overall, the maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle successfully passed its most recent inspection.