2015 Smart (mcc) Forfour 0.9L Petrol · KC15 CSF

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by recurring mechanical issues and a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test on 4 September 2025 at 59,540 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed earlier that same day due to headlamp aim, tyre wear, and brake disc condition. The record shows a persistent cycle of advisories and failures regarding braking components and tyres, suggesting that minor consumable wear is frequently left unaddressed until it reaches a threshold that necessitates an MOT failure. The recorded mileage of 59,540 miles indicates relatively low usage for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual progression, though the intervals between tests vary slightly. The low annual mileage may explain the presence of perishing or cracking tyres noted in the 2022 and 2023 tests, as rubber components often degrade due to age and lack of movement rather than tread wear alone. A prospective buyer must scrutinize the front suspension and braking systems during a physical inspection. The MOT history highlights a recurring issue with front brake discs being worn, pitted, or scored, a fault that appeared in the September 2023, September 2024, and September 2025 tests. Furthermore, the suspension has shown significant wear, specifically regarding the nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joints which caused failures in both September 2022 and September 2024. The frequent advisories for tyres worn on the edges or close to the legal limit suggest potential underlying alignment issues or simply a tendency to delay tyre replacements. Any inspection should include a thorough check of the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and the current condition of the brake discs and pads to ensure the recent repairs have fully resolved these long-standing issues.