2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto 0.7L Petrol · LC54 ONA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 45,985 miles passed, it followed a failure involving safety-critical seat belt webbing and lighting issues. The record shows a recurring pattern where defects are only addressed after they have resulted in an MOT failure, suggesting the owner performs the minimum work required to keep the car legal rather than monitoring the mechanical health of the vehicle. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 45,985 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,100 miles per year. The data shows consistent low usage, with only 2,657 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and 1,963 miles between 2023 and 2024. This low mileage explains the presence of age-related degradation, such as the cracking and perishing of tyres noted across multiple years, which often occurs when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods rather than wearing components through use. A buyer must inspect the rear suspension components closely, as the tester flagged corrosion in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. Although it was categorised as not seriously weakened, the persistence of this issue suggests ongoing oxidation that could eventually lead to structural integrity failure. The front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints showed play in the latest test, indicating that the suspension bushings are beginning to reach the end of their life. Given the history of perished tyres and worn wipers, a thorough check of all rubber seals and brake lines is essential to ensure dry rot has not compromised despite the low mileage.