2003 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · DX53 KWA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of worsening components and deferred repairs. While it passed its most recent test in January 2026 at 102,579 miles, it failed that same day due to a critical safety fault involving the SRS warning lamp. The presence of multiple advisories regarding the exhaust system, suspension, and brakes indicates that while the car remains legal to drive, components are being addressed only when they reach a point of failure rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. At 23 years old, the recorded 102,579 miles represent low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,460 miles per year. The data reveals a significant gap in usage between April 2022 and May 2024, where the vehicle covered only 14 miles in over two years. This low-mileage pattern explains the recurring issues with rubber-based components, such as the perishing tyres and deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust covers noted across multiple tests, which are often the result of age and stationary time rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer must closely inspect the rear suspension and exhaust assembly, as trailing arm bushes and exhaust flexis have been flagged in recent tests. The tester noted corrosion on the rear brake hose ferules and pitted brake discs in January 2026, which suggests the braking system is beginning to degrade significantly. The oil leak mentioned in the latest record also requires a physical inspection under the undercarriage to determine if it is a minor seep or a developing seal failure. Given the history of SRS lamp faults and perished tyres, the buyer should also verify that the airbag system has been properly cleared and remains, as the vehicle previously failed a test on this specific ground.