2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-Auto 1.3L Petrol · KM05 JCY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the braking system and suspension components. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 105,283 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just two days prior. The tester identified significant issues including a rear brake imbalance and a lagging nearside rear brake, alongside persistent deterioration of the front suspension ball joint dust covers. This pattern suggests that repairs are only being addressed at the point of failure rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant three-year gap in records between the July 2021 test at 102,093 miles and the July 2024 test at 102,117 miles, during which the car covered only 24 miles. This extended period of inactivity likely contributed to the observed corrosion noted on the front brake calipers and lower suspension arms, as well as the degradation of rubber components like dust covers and anti-roll bar linkages. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The record shows recurring corrosion on the lower suspension arms and hydraulic calipers, which could eventually lead to structural failure if left untreated. Specific attention should be paid to the front brake discs and pads, which were flagged as worn and pitted in the most recent 2025 tests. Given the previous failure for rear brake imbalance, the buyer should verify that the handbrake are operating correctly and that the calipers are not seized or binding.