1988 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · E137 YWJ
1988 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Mar 1988. Recorded mileage 99,685 miles. MOT expired on 02 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,685 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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E137 YWJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2025
- 99,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E137 YWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Saab 900 (E137 YWJ) between August 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
E137 YWJ Mileage History
- 11/08/202296,056 mi
- 11/08/202396,606 mi+550 mi
- 11/08/202396,606 mi
- 31/10/202497,323 mi+717 mi
- 03/11/202599,685 mi+2,362 mi
Average of roughly 1,123 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 900 (Classic)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Gearbox FailureSerious
The gearbox is located underneath the engine and is a known weak point, especially on Turbo models.
- Body RustSerious
Structural rust in the wheel arches and floor can be terminal if not caught early.
- Gearbox Oil Leak and Pinion Bearing WearModerate
The gearbox sits directly beneath the engine and is prone to oil leaks from seals and gaskets. The pinion bearing can also wear, producing a distinctive whine especially in 5th gear.
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