2010 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · RV60 XFX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards recurring exhaust and suspension issues. The most recent test in July 2025 at 176,538 miles resulted in an initial failure due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring and a minor front exhaust leak. While the vehicle passed immediately after these repairs, the persistence of the exhaust leak, which was also noted in July 2024, indicates a recurring component failure that has required multiple attentions. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. There is a notable period of activity between February 2023 and July 2024, where the car covered over 17,000 miles in just sixteen months. However, the interval between July 2024 and July 2025 saw a further 15,000 miles recorded. This steady high-mileage usage places significant stress on mechanical components, which explains the recent failure of the coil spring and the exhaust system. A buyer must inspect the front exhaust flexi-element specifically, as the tester has flagged this leak in two consecutive years. This suggests the previous repair may have been temporary or the surrounding hardware is failing. The suspension also requires a close look for signs of wear on bushes and dampers, as a fractured coil spring often precedes further degradation of other rubber suspension components. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the structural integrity of subframes and mounting points is essential to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed beyond what the MOT captures.