Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 87 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

81%

Total Tests

Model Years

2007 to 2008

Years Covered

About the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto

The Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto was MOT tested 87 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2007 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 81%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2007) averages 116,566 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 105,022 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Saab brand average of 75%, the 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto performs 6 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Saab range.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2000cc)

£1,631

Road Tax

£325

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,511

Per month£209/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2008 details

How reliable is the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto?

vs average of all models-1% (82% avg)

vs Saab brand average+6% (75% avg)

Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2008	78%	41	105,022 mi
2007	83%	46	116,566 mi

Questions about the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto

Is the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto reliable?

Across its 2 model years in our data (2007 to 2008), the Saab 9-3 Aero 210 BHP Auto averages an 81% MOT pass rate, from 87 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 1 point below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.