2013 Smart Fortwo Edition 21 MHD Auto 1.0L Petrol · LS63 UCD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 at 22,332 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a period of recurring mechanical issues. While the car struggled with braking performance in previous years, the last two annual tests indicate a clean record, suggesting the underlying faults have been addressed or the vehicle is currently operating in a stable state. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage over the decade, for example, the car covered only 508 miles between November 2024 and November 2025. This low-frequency use typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, but the long intervals often lead to the degradation of rubber materials, as evidenced by the perished offside front tyre noted during the 2021 test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the offside rear brake system, which was a persistent point of failure. The tester flagged a binding offside rear brake in 2021, 2022, and 2023, leading to an outright failure in November 2024. Although the vehicle passed the subsequent tests, the recurring nature of this fault suggests the caliper or handbrake mechanism may be prone to seizing due to low usage. Given the low mileage, verify the sidewalls of all tyres for cracking and check the underbody for age-related corrosion that often affects vehicles that sit for long periods.