2008 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · FG08 PCZ

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently compromised, showing a worsening trend in mechanical neglect. The most recent test in November 2024 at 154,506 miles resulted in a significant failure involving multiple critical safety and emission-related faults. While the vehicle passed in 2023, the subsequent 2024 failure for a parking brake efficiency of under 50 percent and an excessively binding offside rear service brake indicates that fundamental braking components are not being addressed reactively despite previous advisories. The vehicle has covered 154,506 miles over 18 years, averaging approximately 8,584 miles per annum. This usage is consistent with typical national averages for a car of this age, yet the data shows a rapid accumulation of over 13,000 miles between October 2021 and December 2022 tests, and another 10,000 miles between December 2023 and November 2024. This consistent mileage, combined with the recurring presence of oil leaks and exhaust issues, suggests the car is used regularly but suffers from a lack of preventative maintenance-. A buyer must scrutinize the braking system and exhaust assembly in person. The record shows a persistent oil leak that has been noted since at least 2022, alongside a major exhaust box leak identified in late 2022. The 2024 failure for high exhaust emissions and poor parking brake performance necessitates a thorough inspection of the catalytic converter, sensors, and the parking brake cable mechanism. Furthermore, the history of worn suspension bushes in 2021 and multiple tyre-related failures in 2024 suggests the suspension geometry and rubber components are nearing the end of their functional life.