Saab 93 1.9tid vs Saab 99 gl: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Saab 93 1.9tid
61%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Saab 99 gl
56%
MOT pass rate · 15,388 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Saab 93 1.9tid (61%) 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 93 1.9tid | Saab 99 gl |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 61% ✓ | 56% |
| MOT failure rate | 39% ✓ | 44% |
| Faults & advisories per test | 2.4 ✓ | 3.0 |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 200,201 mi | 135,154 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1 | 15,388 |
Most common faults
Saab 93 1.9tid
- Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Oil leak
- Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- engine management light on
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 93 1.9tid (61%) and Saab 99 gl (56%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Saab 93 1.9tid 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.