2004 Smart Fortwo Coupe 0.7L Petrol · RV04 HBL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 19 December 2025 at 72,222 miles with no recorded defects. This indicates an improving maintenance trend following a period of recurring mechanical advisories in 2023 and 2024. While the previous tests highlighted developing suspension and tyre issues, the lack of defects in the latest inspection suggests the owner has addressed the identified faults to bring the car back up to standard. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 72,222 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 3,283 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 1,272 miles driven between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests, and 1,664 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. However, low annual mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and accelerated corrosion, which aligns with the specific issues noted in the service history. A buyer should perform a close inspection of the suspension system, as the record flagged corrosion on multiple coil springs across three consecutive tests between January 2023 and December 2023. The nearside front inner suspension arm bush noted as worn in 2024 also suggests that rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life due to age. Given the history of cracking and perishing tyres in 2023, the current tyre set should be checked for sidewall fatigue and flat spotting, regardless of tread depth.