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
How reliable is the Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp?
Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp by Year
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About the Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp
The Saab 9-3 linear 150 bhp has been tested 167 times in 2024 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.
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