2007 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · DN07 DFY

The most recent MOT on 2025-11-27 shows a failure due to rear brake pads less than 1.5mm thick, a deteriorated rear registration plate, and front tyres worn close to the legal limit. This contrasts with an earlier pass on the same date, suggesting potential inconsistencies in the inspection or unresolved issues. The failure highlights critical safety risks, particularly the brake pads, which require immediate replacement to avoid loss of braking efficiency. Recurring mechanical patterns include tyre wear (front tyres near legal limits in 2024, 2023, and 2025) and suspension arm play (noted in 2024, 2023, and 2022). These suggest ongoing maintenance concerns, though the suspension play is described as "slight," which may not yet pose an immediate hazard. The 2025 failure also references a nearside rear child seat obstructing inspection, which could indicate the vehicle has not been fully prepared for MOT checks, potentially masking other issues. The condition trend shows no clear improvement . While some issues (e.g., rear tyre damage in 2023) were addressed by 2025, new critical faults (brake pads) emerged. The low mileage (71,033 miles over 19 years, ~3,739 miles/year) suggests the vehicle may have seen light use or prolonged periods of inactivity. This could explain the deteriorated registration plate and potential corrosion in components not regularly stressed.