2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe 1.0L Petrol · YT09 MOV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of deferred repairs and developing structural degradation. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 70,790 miles passed, the tester flagged an offside rear inner tyre worn dangerously close to the legal limit. This follows a significant failure in February 2025 where multiple safety-critical issues regarding tyres, brakes, and structure were identified, suggesting the owner only addresses faults when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At approximately 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 70,790 miles represents a low average of roughly 4,164 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has not traveled extensively, but the data shows a recent burst of activity between February 2024 and February 2025, where the vehicle covered 3,038 miles in just two months. The gaps between tests and the low mileage indicate the vehicle may have sat for long periods, which often leads to the perishing of rubber components and the onset of surface corrosion. A physical inspection must prioritise the noted structural integrity of the rear section. The 2025 record highlighted corrosion on both sides of the rear vehicle structure and the rear crash bar; while this did not reduce rigidity at the time, rust is a progressive condition that requires close monitoring. The buyer should also inspect the front braking system, as the record noted pitted discs and thin pads in early 2025, and verify if the reported oil leak has been managed or if it has worsened. Furthermore, the history of a misseated offside front coil spring in 2023 suggests the suspension should be checked for uneven wear or signs of fatigue. Given the recurring tyre failures involving structural tears and perishing, the current set of tyres must be examined for sidewall cracking to ensure the age has not compromised the rubber compound despite the low mileage.