Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 reliable? We analysed 1,025 real MOT tests across 108 vehicles to find out.
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The Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150.
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 85 | 84.7% | 42,587 | 64,686 | 91,571 |
| 2009 | 257 | 74.3% | 57,025 | 86,967 | 122,034 |
| 2008 | 223 | 74.0% | 53,596 | 83,560 | 116,195 |
| 2007 | 202 | 74.3% | 69,908 | 94,616 | 117,470 |
Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 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 Linear SE Tid 150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.7% MOT pass rate from 85 tests
74.0% MOT pass rate from 223 tests
The best year to buy a used Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.7% across 85 tests. The 2008 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 Linear SE Tid 150 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 Linear SE Tid 150 THIS CAR | 77.3% | 1,025 | 90,730 mi | 19 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 |
| Volkswagen Passat Highline TDI 105 | 80.5% | 708 | 153,816 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Saab 9-3 (73.6% pass rate) and the Saab 9-5 (74.3% pass rate), the Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Saab 9-3 Linear SE Tid 150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.3% across 1,025 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 Linear SE Tid 150 are coil spring broken (22 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (14), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (10). 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 Linear SE Tid 150 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 Linear SE Tid 150 owner drives around 6,331 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 Linear SE Tid 150 models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.