2008 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe 1.0L Petrol · AO58 FMF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 119,894 miles shows a pass only after addressing a failure related to a rear stop lamp. While the car passed, the lingering advisories for a worn Macpherson strut pin, a severely deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage, and perishing rubber indicate that suspension components are reaching the end of their life and are only addressed as they approach point of failure. At 119,894 miles over 18 years, the car has averaged approximately 6,660 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage urban use patterns. There is a significant gap in records between January 2024 and September 2025, during which the vehicle covered roughly 3,000 miles. The low annual mileage explains the presence of aged rubber-based components, such as the perishing tyre and deteriorated dust covers noted in the September 2025 test, as these often fail due to age and lack of use rather than tread wear. A buyer must inspect the front end suspension geometry closely, as the record shows recurring issues with Macpherson struts, ball joints, and anti-roll bar links across multiple years. The April 2022 failure was particularly telling, involving a fractured coil spring and excessive ball joint play, suggesting the front assembly is under significant stress. Given that the front brake discs were already pitted in 2022 and no replacement is noted since, the thickness and condition of the rotors should be verified for heavy thinning. Additionally, the consistent history of tyres worn to the legal limit suggests the previous owner neglected basic maintenance until an MOT failure forced action.