2009 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · CE09 KKC

The 2026‑03‑02 MOT passed the 2009 SAAB 9‑3 with no defects beyond a windscreen crack that does not impede the driver’s view, confirming current roadworthiness; the maintenance record shows a stable trend, with each subsequent test since the 2022 failure having resolved prior brake and tyre issues and delivering clean results. At 98,265 miles the vehicle averages roughly 5,800 miles per year, a low figure for a 17‑year‑old car that suggests limited use or extended periods of inactivity; mileage gaps are evident, such as the 1,358‑mile increase from 2015 to 2016 and a 5,390‑mile jump between the 2024 and 2025 tests, while the overall mileage accumulation remains moderate and the record is largely free of major defects after 2022. A buyer should therefore examine the rear trailing‑arm bushes for excessive play noted in 2021, verify the condition of the rear brake pads and discs for wear or binding, and inspect the rear tyres for edge wear, sidewall cracking and tread depth, as these items have repeatedly appeared in earlier tests; the exhaust mounting rubber hangers, flagged in 2022, also merit visual confirmation for splitting or corrosion. Finally, the inspector must check for structural rust or corrosion around the wheel arches and chassis, ensure the windscreen damage does not compromise safety, and assess the overall condition of suspension components and brake calipers, since recurring advisories on these systems indicate potential long‑term wear that could affect roadworthiness.