2005 Smart Fortwo Coupe 0.7L Petrol · WU55 OKC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 99,317 miles, this followed a significant failure just three weeks prior. The trend shows a persistent issue with rubber components and braking lines that have been flagged across multiple years without resolution. The recurring presence of corroded brake pipes and steering rack inner joint play suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed once they reach a critical failure point. At a recorded mileage of 99,317 miles, this 21-year-old Smart has averaged approximately 4,700 miles per year. This low annual usage suggests the car likely sat for long periods, which explains the advanced degradation of rubber-based parts noted in the record. Between May 2023 and September 2025, the vehicle covered only 4,948 miles, yet it suffered multiple failures for perishing tyre valves and cracking sidewalls. This confirms that wear is driven by age-related oxidation rather than mechanical mileage. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system, specifically targeting the persistent corrosion on the nearside and offside front brake pipes. The tester has flagged these issues consistently since at least 2023, indicating a potential failure to replace the affected lines. Furthermore, the steering rack inner joints and the lower suspension arm ball joint, which were failed in 2025, should be checked for any remaining play or grease to ensure the repairs were thorough. The state of the tyres and valves remains a concern, as the history shows perishing and cracking due to long periods of inactivity. The previous failure regarding the engine management light and lambda sensor in 2023 also indicates that the emissions system may have intermittent faults. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, an inspection for deep structural corrosion on the chassis and underbody is essential, as the record highlights a clear vulnerability to rust in the hydraulic lines.