2011 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet 0.7L Petrol · OU11 WHG

The vehicle currently presents a state of poor roadworthiness with a trend of worsening mechanical neglect and structural degradation. The most recent test in March 2026 at 113,565 miles resulted in multiple critical safety failures, including a snapped offside front anti-roll bar mounting bracket, a corroded offside front coil spring, and an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light. These failures indicate a failure to address fundamental safety-critical components between tests, suggesting a reactive rather than preventative maintenance approach by the current owner. At 113,565 miles over 15 years, the car has averaged approximately 7,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. However, the data shows a rapid accumulation of nearly 8,000 miles between March 2024 and March 2026. During this period, the vehicle suffered from recurring failures that were not resolved. The presence of an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light across multiple years suggests that underlying engine management issues are being ignored or the monitoring system itself has been tampered with to bypass faults. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underside, as records show general corrosion on the rear section and excessively corroded offside rear brake pipes dating back to 2024. The fact that the brake pipe was covered in grease during a previous test suggests an attempt to hide rust from the tester rather than treating it. The suspension system also shows significant wear, with the corroded coil spring and snapped anti-roll bar bracket indicating that the metal components are reaching the end of their functional structural life. Maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of neglecting consumables, with three tyres flagged as reaching the legal limit in 2025 and a failed headlamp aim in 2024. The windscreen and registration plate also require immediate attention, as they have been flagged as damaged or illegible for several years. Given the history of snapped suspension parts and deteriorating brake lines, this vehicle likely requires significant immediate investment to bring it to a reliable and safe standard.