2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour 1.0L Petrol · X20 MBG

The vehicle’s most recent MOT tests reveal a stable roadworthiness record, with no defects or advisories recorded across the last four tests. The July 2025 tests—conducted just two weeks apart—both passed without issue, suggesting no urgent mechanical failures were overlooked. The preceding tests in July 2024 and January 2023 also passed cleanly, indicating consistent compliance with MOT standards. However, the absence of any recorded advisories or defects does not preclude underlying issues that might not have been detected during testing, particularly in areas like suspension wear, brake component degradation, or corrosion in less accessible zones. The recorded mileage of 11,478 miles over approximately nine years—roughly 1,275 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the December 2021 and January 2023 tests spans 18 months with no mileage progression, suggesting the car may have been stored or used minimally during that period. Similarly, the jump from 11,478 miles today to the last test in July 2025—just 1,478 miles in under a year—implies recent but sporadic use. While low mileage generally reduces wear on high-stress components, it also raises questions about fluid changes, tyre rotation, and general maintenance that may have been deferred. Given the lack of recorded faults, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue even at low mileage if the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods. The brakes—while not flagged in tests—should be checked for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the brake discs and callipers, especially if the car has been stored. Corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or the subframe is another critical area to examine, as prolonged inactivity can accelerate rust development. Finally, verify that all fluids (brake, power steering, coolant, and differential) have been changed according to the manufacturer’s schedule, as deferred servicing could lead to hidden failures.