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Saab 9-3 turbo edition ttid 160

Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 191 real MOT tests.

Avg Pass Rate

79%

Total Tests

191

Best Year

2011 (79%)

Years Covered

2

About the Saab 9-3 turbo edition ttid 160

The Saab 9-3 turbo edition ttid 160 has been tested 191 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2010 to 2011), with an average pass rate of 79%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as diesel.

Best and Worst Years

The 2011 model is the most reliable with a 79% pass rate from 140 tests. The 2010 model has the lowest at 78%. With just a 1 point spread, the 9-3 turbo edition ttid 160 is consistently reliable regardless of year.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2010) averages 134,279 miles, while the newest (2011) averages 119,434 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 turbo edition ttid 160 performs 4 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Saab range.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 1910cc)
£1,037
Road Tax
£265
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£500
Total per year£1,857
Per month£155/mo

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

Full 2011 details

How reliable is the Saab 9-3 turbo edition ttid 160?

vs national average-3% (82% avg)
vs Saab brand average+4% (75% avg)
Best to worst year spread1 percentage points

Saab 9-3 turbo edition ttid 160 by Year

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

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201179%140119,434 mi
201078%51134,279 mi

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