1992 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · J965 BWB
1992 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 1992. Recorded mileage 162,621 miles. MOT expired on 30 Oct 2020.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Oct 2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (09 Jul 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,621 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J965 BWB Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2019
- 162,621 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (19 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J965 BWB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Saab 900 (J965 BWB) between October 2006 and October 2019.
The record contains 10 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 31 October 2019 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (19 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Bodywork (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 41 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valanc”.
J965 BWB Mileage History
- 06/10/2006130,144 mi
- 12/10/2006130,220 mi+76 mi
- 20/09/2007134,594 mi+4,374 mi
- 06/10/2008132,888 mi-1,706 mi
- 12/10/2009144,392 mi+11,504 mi
- 19/10/2009144,402 mi+10 mi
- 03/03/2011148,979 mi+4,577 mi
- 03/03/2012150,790 mi+1,811 mi
- 13/03/2012150,840 mi+50 mi
- 13/01/2014152,453 mi+1,613 mi
- 14/01/2014152,453 mi
- 29/04/2015154,595 mi+2,142 mi
- 29/04/2016155,039 mi+444 mi
- 05/05/2016155,046 mi+7 mi
- 06/05/2016155,047 mi+1 mi
- 26/10/2019162,619 mi+7,572 mi
- 31/10/2019162,621 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 2,485 miles per year across 17 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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