Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 191 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

79%

Total Tests

191

Model Years

2010 to 2011

Years Covered

About the Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160

The Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 was MOT tested 191 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2010 to 2011), with an average pass rate of 79%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list diesel versions.

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)

£1,397

Road Tax

£275

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£500

Total per year£2,227

Per month£186/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 2011 details

How reliable is the Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160?

vs average of all models-3% (82% avg)

vs Saab brand average+4% (75% avg)

Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 by Year

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

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2011	79%	140	119,434 mi
2010	78%	51	134,279 mi

Questions about the Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160

Is the Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 reliable?

Across its 2 model years in our data (2010 to 2011), the Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 averages a 79% MOT pass rate, from 191 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 3 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.