2016 Smart Fortwo 0.9L Petrol · C15 HAY

The 2016 Smart Fortwo holds a stable and currently sound mechanical condition, having passed its most recent MOT on 10 April 2026 at 49,629 miles with zero defects. This clean result follows a resolving trend, as the tester flagged a major exhaust leak and failed the emissions test just a year prior. The previous owner rectified the exhaust system promptly, and the subsequent April 2025 test at 46,136 miles passed without issue, demonstrating that the fault did not recur. The recorded mileage of 49,629 miles is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,963 miles annually. Between 4 April 2023 at 39,140 miles and 31 March 2025 at 46,100 miles, the car covered just under 7,000 miles over two years, confirming very light usage. The recent jump from 46,136 miles in April 2025 to 49,629 miles in April 2026 shows a slight increase to 3,493 miles in the last year, but overall, the odometer reflects a car that has spent long periods stationary. Prolonged standing can cause surface corrosion on brake discs or perished rubber components, though the current MOT suggests no such binding or structural issues have materialized. Despite the clean 2026 test, a physical inspection must focus on the undercarriage and rear suspension. The rear tyres flagged in March 2024 for edge wear suggest possible misalignment or worn suspension bushes. A buyer should verify the inner tyre wear and inspect the rear suspension components for play. The major exhaust leak recorded in March 2025 was clearly repaired, but the rear exhaust section and catalytic converter require close examination for fresh welding or patching. Given the low mileage and extended idle periods, checking the brake discs for surface corrosion and assessing the condition of the rubber door seals will provide a complete picture of how this lightly used vehicle has aged.