Saab 94 vs Saab 99 gl: reliability comparison
MOT pass rates, common faults and mileage compared from real UK MOT data.
Saab 94
50%
MOT pass rate · 1 vehicles
Saab 99 gl
56%
MOT pass rate · 15,388 vehicles
Verdict: On MOT pass rate the Saab 94 (50%) 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 94 | Saab 99 gl |
|---|---|---|
| MOT pass rate | 50% | 56% ✓ |
| MOT failure rate | 50% | 44% ✓ |
| Faults & advisories per test | 9.5 | 3.0 ✓ |
| Dangerous-fault share | 0% | 0% |
| Average mileage | 57,876 mi | 135,154 mi |
| Sample size (vehicles) | 1 | 15,388 |
Most common faults
Saab 94
- Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
- Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
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 94 (50%) and Saab 99 gl (56%) are very close — weigh the individual measures below, and remember condition depends on age, mileage and upkeep.
Full Saab 94 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.