Saab 900s 16v auto vs Saab 99 gl: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Saab 900s 16v auto
60%
MOT pass rate · 52 vehicles
Saab 99 gl
56%
MOT pass rate · 15,388 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Saab 900s 16v auto (60%) and Saab 99 gl (56%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Head to head
| Measure | Saab 900s 16v auto | Saab 99 gl |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 60% ✓ | 56% |
| MOT failure rate | 40% ✓ | 44% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 1.6 ✓ | 3.0 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 99,224 mi | 135,154 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 52 | 15,388 |
Most common faults
Saab 900s 16v auto
- Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Saab 99 gl
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
- Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Reliability FAQ
On MOT pass rate the Saab 900s 16v auto (60%) and Saab 99 gl (56%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Saab 900s 16v auto report Full Saab 99 gl 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.