1986 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · D301 UJB
1986 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 06 Aug 1986. Recorded mileage 109,257 miles. MOT expired on 04 Sept 2025.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 04 Sept 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,257 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D301 UJB Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/09/2024
- 109,257 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.
D301 UJB 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 1986 Saab 900 (D301 UJB) between January 2024 and September 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
D301 UJB Mileage History
- 10/01/2024109,160 mi
- 02/09/2024109,232 mi+72 mi
- 05/09/2024109,257 mi+25 mi
Average of roughly 148 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: Poor
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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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