1986 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · D31 BWK
1986 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1986. Recorded mileage 86,845 miles. MOT expired on 10 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,845 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D31 BWK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/09/2025
- 86,845 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.
D31 BWK 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 1986 Saab 900 (D31 BWK) between August 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
D31 BWK Mileage History
- 18/08/202383,872 mi
- 21/08/202383,892 mi+20 mi
- 13/08/202485,207 mi+1,315 mi
- 22/08/202485,277 mi+70 mi
- 11/09/202586,845 mi+1,568 mi
Average of roughly 1,438 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: 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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