2005 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) 0.7L Petrol · LD05 NWE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing corrosion and rubber degradation. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 68,128 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories regarding corroded brake pipes across all three corners. This represents a progression from the clean record seen in 2023, suggesting that while the car is driven, the age-related components are beginning to fail due to environmental exposure rather than mechanical wear. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a vehicle from 2005, averaging approximately 3,244 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent use, with only 854 miles covered between the September 2024 and 2025 tests, and 1,337 miles prior. This low mileage often correlates with the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which explains the deterioration of minor items like the fuel filler cap seal and anti-roll bar dust covers noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage and braking system. The recurring failure of the anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers in both 2022 and 2024 indicates a persistent issue with rubber components in that area. Furthermore, the corroded brake pipes flagged in the 2025 test require a close look to ensure the corrosion is merely surface-level and has not compromised the hydraulic integrity. The corroded offside rear coil spring mentioned in 2024 should also be checked for structural thinning, as these are common failure points on this specific model when rust begins.