2006 Saab 9-3 1.8L Petrol · ST06 NVA

The 2026‑05‑30 MOT confirms that the SAAB 9‑3 remains legally roadworthy, but the repeated findings of worn brake components, persistent oil leakage and sub‑frame corrosion indicate a maintenance trend that is worsening rather than stable. The vehicle’s 2006 registration and 85,804 miles recorded translate to an average of roughly 4,300 miles per year, a figure that is low for its age yet shows a clear upward trajectory since 2021, when mileage rose from 62,391 to 85,804 over five tests, suggesting increasing use rather than long periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore focus on the rear and front sub‑frame rust, the condition of the rear and front brake discs and pads (the pads have repeatedly been noted as thin or worn below 1.5 mm), the rear shock absorber fluid leak, the integrity of the rear coil spring and suspension bushes, the state of the exhaust heat shield, and any concealed damage behind the under‑trays or engine covers that may have been obscured in earlier tests.