2005 Smart Forfour Passion Semi-Auto 1.3L Petrol · KM55 VZW

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward deferred repairs. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 115,763 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior that revealed a multitude of mechanical and electrical defects. The transition from a clean record in 2025 to a multi-point failure in 2026 suggests that components are now only being addressed when forced by testing standards rather than through preventative maintenance. At 115,763 miles, this 21-year-old Smart reflects a low average of approximately 5,500 miles per year. However, the data shows a recent acceleration in usage, with 6,840 miles covered between June 2024 and April 2025, and another 11,098 miles since since then. This increase in activity after long periods of low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which is evidenced by the corroded coil springs and worn anti-roll bar linkage joints identified in the latest records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the April 2026 test flagged a worn offside front Macpherson strut pin and a nearside anti-roll bar linkage. The presence of corrosion on the rear coil springs requires close attention, as structural integrity in these components can fail suddenly under load stress. Furthermore, the 2024 report of oil misting on rear shock absorbers and a noisy nearside wheel bearing indicates that the suspension is reaching the end of its functional life. Detailed inspection of the front brake assembly retaining springs is also necessary, as these were noted as incorrectly mounted during the most recent failure.