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

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65.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.5%

vs Saab Avg

2

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Saab 9000 Cd — MOT Reliability Overview

The Saab 9000 Cd has an average MOT pass rate of 65.5%, which is 7.5 percentage points below the Saab brand average of 73.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 9000 Cd on the road.

Before buying a used Saab 9000 Cd, 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 Cd performs at MOT across different model years.

1997

Based on 46 vehicles

56.5%Below Average
Saab average: 73.1%
Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

32.3%

0

Based on 63 vehicles

74.6%Average
Saab average: 73.1%
Mileage at 5yr

134k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

15.2%

Offside

6.5%

Rear Nearside

4.3%

Other Saab Models

Compare MOT reliability across Saab models.

Saab 9000

87.4% pass rate

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

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 Cd

Saab 9000 Cd — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Saab 9000 Cd MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Saab 9000 Cd?
The average MOT pass rate for the Saab 9000 Cd is 65.5% 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 Cd?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Saab 9000 Cd reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 65.5%, the Saab 9000 Cd is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Saab 9000 Cd?
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 Cd?
Typical mileage for the Saab 9000 Cd: 133,889 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 9000 Cd to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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