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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Saab 9000 Cde. Check any 9000 Cde by registration number below.

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61.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-11.4%

vs Saab Avg

3

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Saab 9000 Cde — MOT Reliability Overview

The Saab 9000 Cde has an average MOT pass rate of 61.6%, which is 11.4 percentage points below the Saab brand average of 73.1%. This suggests the 9000 Cde can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

Before buying a used Saab 9000 Cde, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Saab 9000 Cde performs at MOT across different model years.

1996

Based on 31 vehicles

61.3%Below Average
Saab average: 73.1%
Retest Rate

37.5%

1995

Based on 40 vehicles

57.5%Below Average
Saab average: 73.1%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

23.1%

0

Based on 62 vehicles

66.1%Average
Saab average: 73.1%
Mileage at 5yr

127k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

12.9%

Front Offside

12.9%

Nearside

6.5%

Other Saab Models

Compare MOT reliability across Saab models.

Saab 9000

87.4% pass rate

Saab 9-5

75.6% pass rate

Saab 9-3 Turbo Edition Tid 150

72.6% pass rate

Saab 9-3 Linear 150 Bhp S-a

81.3% pass rate

Saab 9-5 Vector Sport Tid Auto

56.5% pass rate

Saab 900

73.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Saab 9000 Cde

Saab 9000 Cde — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Saab 9000 Cde MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Saab 9000 Cde?
The average MOT pass rate for the Saab 9000 Cde is 61.6% compared to the Saab average of 73.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Saab 9000 Cde?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Saab 9000 Cde reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.6%, the Saab 9000 Cde is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Saab 9000 Cde?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Saab 9000 Cde?
Typical mileage for the Saab 9000 Cde: 126,984 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 9000 Cde to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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