2012 Saab 9-3 1.9L Diesel · SF12 FSP

This 2012 Saab 9-3 has a low mileage profile of roughly 3,982 miles per year, which is significantly below the UK average. While this suggests light usage, the MOT history indicates that the vehicle may have suffered from periods of sitting idle, evidenced by the recurring tyre perishing and cracking issues. The most recent MOT from January 2026 shows a pass, but the failure recorded on the same day is concerning. The vehicle failed due to an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm bush/pin and a fractured offside rear coil spring. This follows a similar failure in January 2025 involving a fractured nearside front coil spring and multiple tyre defects. There is a clear pattern of suspension and rubber component degradation. The recurring issues with coil springs and suspension bushings, alongside tyres perishing from age rather than tread wear, suggest that the mechanical components are struggling with age and potential inactivity rather than high mileage. The condition trend appears to be worsening, as the most recent failure involves new suspension component issues despite the low mileage. While the car has passed its latest test, the history of broken springs and worn bushings suggests that the underside of the vehicle is reaching a point of age-related fatigue. The low mileage does not necessarily mean the car is in "like-new" mechanical condition; instead, it likely means components are degrading due to time and environmental exposure.