2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe 1.0L Petrol · GL09 XTM

The 2026-02-03 MOT at 66,003 miles passed with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness. The record shows a clear improvement after the dual failures in February 2025, when binding rear brakes, a fractured near‑side front coil spring and perishing tyres were documented; subsequent repairs appear to have eliminated those faults, as the later February 2025 test listed only a corroded off‑side rear brake pipe and the February 2026 test recorded none. At 66,003 miles the vehicle has averaged roughly 3,900 miles per year over its 17‑year life, a figure that suggests extensive periods of inactivity rather than continuous use. Mileage accumulation was rapid between 2016 and 2018, rising from 34,322 miles in December 2016 to 45,130 miles by October 2018, then slowed to about 1,900 miles annually from 2022 onward, with only 48 miles recorded in the nine days between the February 2025 and February 2025 tests. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension geometry, paying close attention to wishbone pins, bushes and the near‑side front coil spring that previously fractured, as well as the rear brake pipe that showed excessive corrosion in 2025 and was not flagged in the latest test. The binding near‑side rear service brake and the off‑side rear brake pipe corrosion indicate potential caliper or pipe wear that warrants visual and functional checks. Tyre perishing on shoulders and sidewalls, noted in 2025, should be examined for cracking or dry rot, especially the 175/55/15 and 155/60/15 sizes. Under‑tray and engine‑cover installations in 2013 may conceal rust or damage to chassis components, so a thorough underside inspection is advisable. Overall, the vehicle’s recent MOT success suggests that previous mechanical deficiencies have been addressed, but the age, low annual mileage and history of suspension and brake faults mean a detailed physical inspection focusing on those components remains essential for assessing long‑term reliability.