Saab 9-3 se auto vs Saab 900: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Saab 9-3 se auto
72%
MOT pass rate · 116 vehicles
More reliable
Saab 900
68%
MOT pass rate · 45,350 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate, the Saab 9-3 se auto is the more reliable of the two — 72% pass first time versus 68%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Head to head
| Measure | Saab 9-3 se auto | Saab 900 |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 72% ✓ | 68% |
| MOT failure rate | 28% ✓ | 32% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.4 ✓ | 2.2 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 107,607 mi | 134,931 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 116 | 45,350 |
Most common faults
Saab 9-3 se auto
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Oil leak
- Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Saab 900
- Oil leak
- Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate, the Saab 9-3 se auto is the more reliable of the two — 72% pass first time versus 68%. It's one signal among several; check the full breakdown below.
Full Saab 9-3 se auto report Full Saab 900 report Most reliable cars
Pass rates are computed over completed (pass/fail) MOT tests. Reliability also depends on age, mileage and upkeep — see each model's page for the full picture.