2002 Saab 9-3 2.0L Petrol · T88 FOO

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistently clean MOT history. The most recent test on January 6 January 2026 at 127,030 miles resulted in no defects, maintaining a stable trend of perfect passes over the last five years. This lack of recorded failures or even minor-priority advisories suggests that the previous owners maintained the structural integrity and mechanical systems to a standard well above the typical expectation for a vehicle of this age. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 24-year-old car, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. Between January 2022 and January 2024, the vehicle covered 3,569 miles, while the most recent interval between December 2024 and January 2026 shows only 1,537 miles covered in just over fourteen months. This low annual usage indicates the car was likely used for short trips or remained stationary for extended periods, which often preserves the mechanical wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings typically seen in higher-mileage examples. While the digital record is exemplary, the age of the vehicle necessitates a physical inspection of components prone to age-related degradation rather than mileage-based wear. A buyer should inspect for cracking in rubber components, such as hoses and suspension boots, which can become brittle over time despite low mileage. Furthermore, checking for surface corrosion on the sills and rear wheel arches is vital, as low-use vehicles can sometimes hide structural rust that has not yet reached the threshold of an MOT failure. The brakes should also be checked for seized calipers or perished fluid, which can occur during periods of inactivity.