2009 Smart Fortwo 0.8L Diesel · BK09 WWH

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 13 May 2026, but this followed a failure just one day earlier. That failure highlighted several immediate maintenance needs, including high exhaust emissions, a faulty dipped beam headlamp, an inoperative registration plate lamp, and both front tyres showing signs of cracking and perishing. There is a noticeable shift in the vehicle's condition. While the 2023 and 2024 MOTs were entirely clean, the 2025 test recorded a corroded offside front coil spring, and the 2026 test introduced issues with emissions and rubber components. This suggests a worsening trend where age-related decay is becoming more prevalent. The recorded mileage of 70,666 is relatively low for a 17-year-old car, averaging only about 4,157 miles per year. While this indicates light use, the evidence of perishing tyres and corrosion suggests the car may have experienced periods of standing still. Low mileage does not necessarily mean less wear when age-related degradation of rubber and metal is clearly present. When inspecting this car, you should first check the condition of all tyres for further cracking or sidewall damage and verify that all exterior lighting is fully operational. You should also inspect the suspension components and underbody for signs of significant corrosion to ensure the recent spring issue is not part of a wider problem.