Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 reliable? We analysed 1,865 real MOT tests across 168 vehicles to find out.
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The Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and coil spring broken. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150.
Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition 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 Turbo Edition 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 52 | 78.8% | 65,101 | 86,747 | 156,183 |
| 2010 | 1,207 | 75.2% | 55,994 | 81,580 | 113,192 |
| 2009 | 397 | 78.6% | 57,683 | 86,550 | 116,329 |
How Long Does a Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Last?
Based on 168 Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 vehicles on UK roads.
Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
78.8% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
75.2% MOT pass rate from 1,207 tests
The best year to buy a used Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.8% across 52 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.2% — 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 Turbo Edition 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150 THIS CAR | 76.9% | 1,865 | 86,671 mi | 17 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 |
| Citroen DS3 Dstyle + | 82.6% | 2,634 | 56,010 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.9% across 1,865 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (27 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (19), and coil spring broken (19). 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 Turbo Edition 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150 owner drives around 7,567 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 Turbo Edition Tid 150 models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.