1983 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · A739 PPO
1983 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 1983. Recorded mileage 93,227 miles. MOT expired on 15 May 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1983 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 May 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,227 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A739 PPO Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2025
- 93,227 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A739 PPO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Saab 900 (A739 PPO) between September 2022 and May 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
A739 PPO Mileage History
- 03/09/202292,720 mi
- 16/05/202492,769 mi+49 mi
- 07/05/202593,226 mi+457 mi
- 08/05/202593,227 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 189 miles per year across 4 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 Oil Leak and Pinion Bearing WearModerate
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