Saab MOT pass rate
86,618 MOT tests in 2024. Overall pass rate: 71.7%
Saab has a 71.7% MOT pass rate based on 86,618 real DVSA test records from 2024. That is 6.6 percentage points below the UK average of 78.3%. It ranks 74 out of 85 makes.
The strongest model is the 900 at 71.9%, while the 9000 Cs is lowest at 69%.
The single most common reason a Saab fails its MOT is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which accounted for 3,738 failures.
Most common Saab MOT failures
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 3,738 |
| a spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened | 2,871 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 1,998 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 1,674 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 1,545 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1,541 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1,527 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 1,485 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 1,424 |
| the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired | 1,344 |
How Saab compares
Saab pass rate71.7%
UK average78.3%
Black line = UK average (78.3%). Based on 57.7 million MOT tests.