1985 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · C301 HGN
1985 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Oct 1985. Recorded mileage 148,308 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1985 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,308 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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C301 HGN Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 148,308 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
C301 HGN 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 1985 Saab 900 (C301 HGN) between June 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
C301 HGN Mileage History
- 01/06/2022148,201 mi
- 02/08/2023148,252 mi+51 mi
- 22/05/2026148,308 mi+56 mi
Average of roughly 27 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: Good
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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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