2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto 1.0L Petrol · BF08 FYB

The vehicle passed the most recent MOT on 10 July 2026 at 114 113 miles, yet the Offside Stop lamp was recorded as not working (4.3.1 (a)(ii)). That single safety defect means the car is not fully roadworthy, and the overall maintenance trend is deteriorating. Recurring brake‑pipe corrosion, thin brake pads, persistent exhaust leaks, and progressive tyre wear have appeared in every year since 2019, with no clear resolution of the underlying corrosion or exhaust issues. The pattern of repeated failures on the same components indicates that basic upkeep was neglected, allowing minor wear to develop into more serious mechanical concerns. Mileage accumulation aligns with the car’s age: roughly 6 340 miles per year over 18 years, a typical figure for a small city car. MOT entries show a steady rise from 63 350 miles in 2018 to 114 113 miles in 2026, but a notable gap appears in 2024. The jump from 82 047 miles (May 2023) to 104 908 miles (July 2025) represents a 22 861‑mile increase in about 14 months, suggesting a period without formal testing and possibly higher‑intensity use. The record is otherwise complete, with no extended periods of missing data. A buyer should inspect the stop‑lamp circuit and confirm illumination, examine rear brake pipes for corrosion and grease contamination, and check the exhaust for leaks at the rear header. Tyre condition is critical: verify tread depth against the legal limit and look for edge wear, cracking, or perishing on all four tyres. Headlamp aim should be verified, as incorrect beam projection has been a recurring fault, and the steering column should be tested for play, given the recorded looseness. The horn’s actuation force, oil‑leak status, and suspension bushes deserve close scrutiny, as does the under‑tray fitting that obscures components. Finally, a thorough visual check for rust or structural damage, especially around the rear chassis and exhaust mounts, will reveal any long‑term corrosion not captured by the MOT advisories.