Saab 9000 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Saab 9000. Check any 9000 by registration number below.

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80.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+7.7%

vs Saab Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Saab 9000 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Saab 9000 has an average MOT pass rate of 80.7%, which is 7.7 percentage points above the Saab brand average of 73.1%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 9000 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Saab 9000 fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your 9000 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Saab 9000, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Saab 9000 performs at MOT across different model years.

1999

Based on 80 vehicles

90.0%Excellent

Saab average: 73.1%

Mileage at 10yr

241k mi

1998

Based on 114 vehicles

90.4%Excellent

Saab average: 73.1%

1997

Based on 413 vehicles

87.4%Excellent

Saab average: 73.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

20.8%

1996

Based on 98 vehicles

60.2%Below Average

Saab average: 73.1%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1995

Based on 387 vehicles

89.9%Excellent

Saab average: 73.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

28.0%

1994

Based on 216 vehicles

86.1%Excellent

Saab average: 73.1%

1993

Based on 134 vehicles

91.8%Excellent

Saab average: 73.1%

1992

Based on 112 vehicles

84.8%Good

Saab average: 73.1%

1991

Based on 108 vehicles

81.5%Good

Saab average: 73.1%

1990

Based on 37 vehicles

75.7%Good

Saab average: 73.1%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1988

Based on 31 vehicles

61.3%Below Average

Saab average: 73.1%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

8.3%

0

Based on 174 vehicles

69.5%Average

Saab average: 73.1%

Mileage at 5yr

169k mi

Top MOT Failures — Saab 9000

The most common reasons a Saab 9000 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

12.2%

Saab 9000 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Saab Models

Compare MOT reliability across Saab models.

Saab 9-5

75.6% pass rate

Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150

72.6% pass rate

Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp S-a

81.3% pass rate

Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid Auto

56.5% pass rate

Saab 900

73.2% pass rate

Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Ttid 160

65.7% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Saab 9000

Saab 9000 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Saab 9000 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Saab 9000?

The average MOT pass rate for the Saab 9000 is 80.7% compared to the Saab average of 73.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Saab 9000?

The most common MOT failures on the Saab 9000 are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (12.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Saab 9000 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 80.7%, the Saab 9000 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Saab 9000?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Saab 9000?

Typical mileage for the Saab 9000: 240,654 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 9000 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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