1987 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · D220 WPU
1987 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 22 Apr 1987. Recorded mileage 104,870 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,870 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D220 WPU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/01/2026
- 104,870 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.
D220 WPU 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 1987 Saab 900 (D220 WPU) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
D220 WPU Mileage History
- 07/01/202296,888 mi
- 24/02/202397,569 mi+681 mi
- 25/01/2024100,645 mi+3,076 mi
- 05/02/2025102,868 mi+2,223 mi
- 28/01/2026104,870 mi+2,002 mi
Average of roughly 1,967 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: Good
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 1987 model year cars.
- 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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