Saab 900xs vs Saab 99 gl: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Saab 900xs
70%
MOT pass rate · 2 vehicles
Saab 99 gl
56%
MOT pass rate · 15,388 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Saab 900xs (70%) 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 900xs | Saab 99 gl |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 70% ✓ | 56% |
| MOT failure rate | 30% ✓ | 44% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 0.7 ✓ | 3.0 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 171,405 mi | 135,154 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 2 | 15,388 |
Most common faults
Saab 900xs
- damage on front number plate
- rear exhaust heat sheild loose[rattling]
- Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- both front tyres have sidewall cracks
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 900xs (70%) and Saab 99 gl (56%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
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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.