1997 Saab 9000 Aero 2.3L Petrol · R874 EGJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of structural corrosion and fluid leaks. The most recent test in November 2025 at 143,431 miles identified a non-excessive oil leak and corroded coil springs across all four corners. While the car passed the inspection, the recurring nature of rust-related advisories suggests the chassis is susceptible to environmental damage despite recent applications of undercarriage protection. The mileage pattern is highly unusual for a vehicle nearly 30 years old, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. Between September 2019 and November 2024, the car covered only 195 miles, moving from 143,208 to 143,403 miles. This extremely low usage indicates the vehicle likely sits for long periods, which often contributes to the degradation of rubber components, the development of fluid leaks like the noted power steering seepage, and the oxidation of brake components seen in the record. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the floor pans and mounting points. The record shows a history of corrosion at the seat belt anchorages and inner suspension mounts dating back 2021, with structural corrosion noted on the offside rear in 2020. The front brake pipes were flagged for corrosion in 2022, indicating that despite low mileage, the metalwork in the braking system requires close attention for age-related failure. The engine bay requires scrutiny regarding the persistent engine oil leak which has been documented since at least 2023. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also check for perished rubber hoses and the state of the coil springs which were identified as corroded in 2025. Verifying the effectiveness of the recent undersealing is vital to ensure that corrosion has not progressed beyond the levels recorded in the most recent tests.