Saab 900 S Talladega Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Saab 900 S Talladega reliable? We analysed 620 real MOT tests across 127 vehicles to find out.
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The Saab 900 S Talladega is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and brake pipe excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Saab 900 S Talladega.
Saab 900 S Talladega Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Saab 900 S Talladega. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Saab 900 S Talladega MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Saab 900 S Talladega to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Saab 900 S Talladega Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Saab 900 S Talladega fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Saab 900 S Talladega Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Saab 900 S Talladega owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Saab 900 S Talladega MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Saab 900 S Talladega year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 325 | 68.6% | 87,854 | 107,583 | 130,428 |
| 1997 | 292 | 66.4% | 93,738 | 113,603 | 131,861 |
How Long Does a Saab 900 S Talladega Last?
Based on 127 Saab 900 S Talladega vehicles on UK roads.
Saab 900 S Talladega Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Saab 900 S Talladega 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 900 S Talladega
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.6% MOT pass rate from 325 tests
66.4% MOT pass rate from 292 tests
The best year to buy a used Saab 900 S Talladega is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.6% across 325 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Saab 900 S Talladega Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saab 900 S Talladega THIS CAR | 67.7% | 620 | 110,541 mi | 29 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 |
| Ford Kuga St-line ED Eblue 4X4 A | 89.6% | 1,069 | 28,706 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Saab 9-3 (73.6% pass rate) and the Saab 9-5 (74.3% pass rate), the Saab 900 S Talladega trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Saab 900 S Talladega has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.7% across 620 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Saab 900 S Talladega are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (41 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (35), and brake pipe excessively corroded (34). 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.
A typical Saab 900 S Talladega owner drives around 6,662 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 900 S Talladega models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.