1991 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · H317 HLX
1991 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Jun 1991. Recorded mileage 87,739 miles. MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Aug 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,739 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H317 HLX Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2023
- 87,739 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.
H317 HLX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Saab 900 (H317 HLX) between July 2022 and August 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 August 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
H317 HLX Mileage History
- 12/07/202287,274 mi
- 15/07/202387,643 mi+369 mi
- 26/08/202387,739 mi+96 mi
Average of roughly 415 miles per year across 3 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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