Saab Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Saab model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 94,108 real MOT tests.
Average Saab MOT pass rate: 75%
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Models tested
Saab Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saab 9000 Cs | 29% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 2 | Saab 9000 Cse | 28% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 | 28% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 4 | Saab 9000 | 26% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Saab 900 | 24% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion |
Most Reliable Saab Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Saab models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 A | 81% | |
| 2 | Saab 9-3 Turbo Edtn Tid 150 A | 83% | |
| 3 | Saab 9-5 | 78% | |
| 4 | Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 | 79% | |
| 5 | Saab 9-3 | 76% |
All Saab Models by Fail Rate
Every Saab model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9000 | 1996 | 65% | 35% | |
| 9000 Cs | 1996 | 67% | 33% | |
| 9000 Cse | 1998 | 69% | 31% | |
| 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp | 2005 | 69% | 29% | |
| 9-5 | 2002 | 71% | 28% | |
| 9000 Cse | 1996 | 72% | 28% | |
| 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 | 2010 | 72% | 28% | |
| 9000 Cs | 1997 | 68% | 28% | |
| 9-5 | 1998 | 73% | 27% | |
| 900 | 1994 | 70% | 27% | |
| 9-3 | 2002 | 74% | 26% | |
| 9-5 | 2004 | 73% | 26% | |
| 900 | 1993 | 73% | 26% | |
| 9-5 | 2003 | 74% | 26% | |
| 9-3 | 2006 | 74% | 25% | |
| 9-3 | 2005 | 75% | 25% | |
| 9-3 | 2004 | 74% | 25% | |
| 9-3 | 2003 | 74% | 25% | |
| 9-5 | 2005 | 74% | 25% | |
| 900 | 1996 | 74% | 25% | |
| 9000 Cse | 1997 | 75% | 25% | |
| 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp | 2006 | 74% | 25% | |
| 9000 Cs | 1995 | 72% | 25% | |
| 9-3 | 2007 | 76% | 24% | |
| 9-5 | 2006 | 75% | 24% | |
| 9-3 | 2000 | 76% | 24% | |
| 900 | 1992 | 75% | 24% | |
| 9-3 | 1998 | 75% | 24% | |
| 900 | 1990 | 75% | 24% | |
| 9-3 | 2008 | 76% | 23% | |
| 9-3 | 2009 | 77% | 23% | |
| 9-3 | 2001 | 76% | 23% | |
| 900 | 1997 | 76% | 23% | |
| 900 | 1991 | 76% | 23% | |
| 9-5 | 2000 | 76% | 23% | |
| 900 | 1998 | 77% | 23% | |
| 900 | 1995 | 76% | 23% | |
| 93 | 2006 | 57% | 23% | |
| 9-3 | 2010 | 78% | 22% | |
| 9-5 | 2007 | 77% | 22% | |
| 9-3 | 1999 | 77% | 22% | |
| 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp | 2006 | 77% | 22% | |
| 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 | 2010 | 78% | 22% | |
| 9-3 | 2011 | 78% | 21% | |
| 9-5 | 2008 | 79% | 21% | |
| 9-5 | 2001 | 77% | 21% | |
| 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 | 2011 | 79% | 21% | |
| 9-3 Vector 150 Bhp | 2007 | 79% | 21% | |
| 9-5 | 2009 | 79% | 20% | |
| 9-5 | 1999 | 79% | 20% |
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Saab MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Saab cars?
The most common MOT problems on Saab cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Saab diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The 9000 Cs has the highest average fail rate at 29%.
Which Saab model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Saab model in our data is the 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160 A with an average MOT pass rate of 81%. View all Saab models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Saab?
The average MOT pass rate for Saab is 75%, based on 94,108 MOT tests across 13 models. This means about 25% of Saab cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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