2002 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · LD52 UMF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a recurring trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 141,248 miles passed despite a persistent front oil leak, a defect that has appeared consistently since 2021 and through 2024. While the car has passed its last two tests, the frequency of failures for basic items like wiper blades and stop lamps suggests the previous owners often only addressed faults once they triggered an official inspection failure. At 24 years old, the mileage of 141,248 miles is notably low, averaging approximately 5,885 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap in records between 2015 and 2018, where the vehicle covered only 21,000 miles over three years. Since 2018, usage has remained consistent at roughly 6,000 to 8,000 miles annually. This low-frequency usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components and seal degradation, which is evident in the mechanical history. A buyer must inspect the engine bay specifically for the extent of the front oil leak, as the tester flagged an excessive leak from the oil filter seal in 2023. The history also highlights issues with the drivetrain and suspension, including misting front shock absorbers in 2021 and deteriorated CV boots on both inner drive shafts. Particular attention is required for the nearside front brake hose, which was noted as slightly damaged in 2023, and the recurring failures for low tyre tread depth across multiple years indicate that consumable maintenance has frequently been neglected between service intervals.