2011 Smart Cabriolet 1.0L Petrol · LL11 FWT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy having passed its most recent inspection on 22 May 2025 at 47,493 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a minor failure on that same day due to an ineffective windscreen wiper. This was a simple consumable issue that was rectified immediately to secure the pass. Prior to this, the vehicle had passed without significant mechanical or structural defects, indicating a consistent annual testing cycle. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,166 miles per year. Between July 2023 at 46,009 miles and May 2025 at 47,493 miles, the car covered only 1,484 miles. This low usage suggests minimal mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it also increases the risk of rubber components perishing or fluid-related degradation from sitting stationary. The data shows consistent testing with long intervals between use. A buyer should inspect the physical condition of the tyres and wheels, as the July 2024 test flagged a distorted nearside front road wheel and a perishing nearside rear tyre. The low mileage often leads to dry rot in sidewalls, so these must be checked for cracking regardless of tread depth. The fractured offside front coil spring recorded in July 2023 indicates that suspension components are reaching their age limit rather than mileage. A thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is also necessary, as low-mileage history does not prevent hidden rust over a fifteen-year period.