1987 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · D412 OAT
1987 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 1987. Recorded mileage 377,578 miles. MOT expired on 01 Feb 2024.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Feb 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 377,578 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D412 OAT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 31/01/2024
- 377,578 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D412 OAT 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 (D412 OAT) between January 2022 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 31 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
D412 OAT Mileage History
- 17/01/2022371,117 mi
- 28/01/2022371,118 mi+1 mi
- 30/01/2023375,056 mi+3,938 mi
- 02/02/2023375,056 mi
- 31/01/2024377,578 mi+2,522 mi
Average of roughly 3,171 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: 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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