Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid reliable? We analysed 1,231 real MOT tests across 145 vehicles to find out.
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The Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include coil spring broken, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and headlamp aim too low. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid.
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 166 | 81.3% | 65,838 | 93,704 | 119,126 |
| 2010 | 86 | 79.1% | 63,953 | 92,282 | 160,168 |
| 2009 | 127 | 74.0% | 51,586 | 92,954 | 134,020 |
| 2008 | 560 | 76.6% | 71,826 | 99,946 | 130,440 |
Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.3% MOT pass rate from 166 tests
74.0% MOT pass rate from 127 tests
The best year to buy a used Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.3% across 166 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid THIS CAR | 77.9% | 1,231 | 104,012 mi | 18 yrs |
| Saab 9-3 | 73.6% | 2,294,034 | 88,441 mi | 28 yrs |
| Saab 9-5 | 74.3% | 735,114 | 97,615 mi | 29 yrs |
| Saab 900 | 67.7% | 358,142 | 113,382 mi | 39 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi Norge 1200 T | 92.8% | 1,139 | 17,803 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Saab 9-3 (73.6% pass rate) and the Saab 9-5 (74.3% pass rate), the Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.9% across 1,231 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid are coil spring broken (27 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (20), and headlamp aim too low (7). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid owner drives around 7,717 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Saab 9-3 Aero Ttid models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.