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Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp

Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 3 years from 167 real MOT tests.

Avg Pass Rate

76%

Total Tests

167

Best Year

2007 (82%)

Years Covered

3

About the Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp

The Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp has been tested 167 times in 2026 MOT data across 3 model years (2005 to 2007), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.

Best and Worst Years

The 2007 model is the most reliable with a 82% pass rate from 56 tests. The 2005 model has the lowest at 69%. The 13 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.

Reliability Trend

Newer SAAB 9-3 LINEAR 150 BHPs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 11 percentage points.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2005) averages 115,295 miles, while the newest (2007) averages 103,592 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2000cc)
£1,327
Road Tax
£315
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£2,047
Per month£171/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2007 details

How reliable is the Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp?

vs national average-6% (82% avg)
vs Saab brand average+1% (75% avg)
Best to worst year spread13 percentage points
Reliability trendImproving over years

Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp by Year

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
200782%56103,592 mi
200677%60116,483 mi
200569%51115,295 mi

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