2016 Smart Forfour 1.0L Petrol · SP66 XPB

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is assessed as good, yet the MOT history indicates a clear deterioration trend that requires immediate attention. The most recent test on 2025-10-06 at 27,813 miles shows the car passing with specific defects in the nearside and offside rear tyres, as well as a pitted front brake disc, all of which represent critical wear patterns. This deterioration is not merely a fluctuation but a progressive worsening, with the most severe issues appearing in the most recent test where the nearside rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit and the offside rear tyre suffered cracking. The progression from 2022-10-20 to 2023-10-13 demonstrates that the car has experienced significant wear on the same components over a two-year period, suggesting that previous owners may have failed to perform regular maintenance or that the vehicle has been driven with less care than its age suggests. The mileage accumulation is substantial, averaging approximately 2,781 miles per year, which is consistent with a vehicle of about ten years old. While the total mileage is low for its age, the trend is driven by the specific failures recorded in the most recent test. The gaps between the MOT records, from 2022 to 2023, are relatively small, indicating that the car remains drivable for short trips, but the cumulative damage to the brake discs and tyre wear suggests that the drivetrain and suspension are not in optimal condition. The lack of a single, clean MOT record implies that the vehicle has been serviced infrequently, a pattern that correlates with the progressive wear observed in the most recent test. Given these findings, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical wear immediately. The most critical areas to check are the suspension components, specifically the nearside and offside rear suspension bushes, as the cracked and worn tyre indicates significant bushing damage. Similarly, the front brake disc must be examined for pitting and scoring, as the disc is the primary source of brake wear. The drivetrain and suspension are the most likely candidates for further inspection, as the car has failed twice on the most recent test and the mileage has increased significantly. A thorough visual inspection of the suspension bushes, brake discs, and wheel bearings is essential to determine if the vehicle can be legally driven or if it requires immediate professional assessment.