1997 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · R996 AKP

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend following recent repairs. The most recent test in September 2025 at 103,656 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the previous mechanical and emission issues have been addressed. This represents a significant improvement over the July 2017 inspection, where the car failed on multiple fronts including brake imbalance, corroded brake hoses, and excessive exhaust emissions. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. There is a notable six-year gap between the 2019 and 2025 tests during which the car covered only 1,543 miles. Since 2019, the vehicle has seen only 1,543 miles, moving from 102,113 to 103,656 miles. While this low usage suggests less wear on drivetrain components, it often leads to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid-related issues through inactivity. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the braking system and hydraulic lines, as the 2017 record flagged significant corrosion on brake hose ferrules and binding rear calipers. Although the 2025 test passed, low-mileage cars often hide internal corrosion in seized caliper pistons or perished seals from long standing. Given the history of emission failures in 2017, the engine should be monitored for signs of poor combustion or oil consumption to ensure the previously recorded high carbon monoxide and hydrocarbon levels remain resolved.